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soh-FEE-uh
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Rylee
GirlIrish, English· “form of Riley; from a surname”
- Meaning
- form of Riley; from a surname
- Origin
- Irish, English
- Pronunciation
- RY-lee
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #137
- US babies 2025
- 2,118
- Best rank
- #97 (2021)
- Peak year
- 2010
Meaning and origin of Rylee
Rylee is an Irish and English name that is usually said to mean “form of Riley; from a surname”.
Rylee is a modern spelling of Riley, which comes from two sources. In Ireland, Riley represents the surname Ó Raghallaigh, the name of a prominent family in County Cavan, whose meaning is uncertain. In England, Riley is a place name meaning roughly "rye clearing", from Old English elements for rye and a woodland clearing. The -lee ending was popularized in the United States as the name became more common for girls, echoing names such as Kylee and Brylee. Rylee feels upbeat and casual, with an easy two-syllable rhythm. Parents should expect to spell it, given the many variants.
Popularity over time
Rylee first appears in US Social Security records in 1980. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 32 different years, starting in 1994. Its best national rank was #97 in 2021, and the most babies received it in 2010, when 2,984 were named Rylee. In 2025, 2,118 babies were named Rylee, and it ranked #137 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #8,857 in 1980, #290 in 2000, #102 in 2010, and #137 in 2025. Of the 69,010 US girls named Rylee since records began, 41% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 21,953 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Lilly, Jordyn, Mya, Brooklynn, and Payton.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Rylee ranked highest in Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | #69 | 29 |
| Oklahoma | #75 | 43 |
| Wisconsin | #81 | 57 |
| Kentucky | #82 | 49 |
| Ohio | #83 | 112 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 93% of US babies named Rylee over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
Rylee is usually pronounced RY-lee, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with R and ends in “-ee”.
Middle names for Rylee
A few middle names that flow with Rylee: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Rylee
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rylee mean?
Rylee is an Irish and English name that is usually said to mean “form of Riley; from a surname”.
What is the origin of the name Rylee?
Rylee has Irish and English roots. Rylee is a modern spelling of Riley, which comes from two sources.
Is Rylee a popular name?
Yes. Rylee ranked #137 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Rylee a boy or girl name?
Rylee is mainly a girl's name. About 93% of US babies named Rylee over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
How do you pronounce Rylee?
Rylee is usually pronounced RY-lee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings