Riley is traditionally a male given habitational name from Ryley in Lancashire, so named from Old English ryge ‘rye’ + lēah ‘wood’, ‘clearing’. The meaning of this masculine name is also associated as Hardworking , Stubborn , Rich and Humble.Pronunciation: Related names: Word/name:
Is Reilly girls or boys name? The name Reilly is a girl’s name of Irish origin meaning “courageous”. Riley is the spelling of this lively Irish name most often picked for girls, but this version is occasionally used.
Is Riley a male name or a female name? Riley first became popular as a given name for boys but began establishing itself as a girl’s name in 1990. The surname, which is derived from Ó Raghallaigh and O’Reilly in Ireland, is also an English place name meaning “rye field” or “rye clearing.”
What are good baby names for boys? According to the Social Security Administration, these are the current most popular names given to baby boys: Liam. Noah. William. James. Oliver.
What is the meaning of the name Riley boy? Riley as a boys’ name (also used more regularly as girls’ name Riley) is pronounced RYE-lee. It is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Riley is “rye clearing”.
