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At a Glance: Name: Rylie – Meaning: rye clearing (as in Riley) – Origin: English (modern variant of Riley) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: RY-lee
Rylie (RY-lee) is a modern English spelling of Riley, a name that means "rye clearing." It's a clean, modern-feeling choice for a girl, and the y-i-e ending gives a familiar sound a slightly more distinctive look on the page.
Meaning & Origin of Rylie
Meaning: Rye clearing (as in Riley).
Origin: English (modern variant of Riley).
How to Pronounce Rylie
Phonetic: RY-lee IPA: /ˈraɪli/
Popularity of Rylie
Rylie peaked at #318 in 2004, when 995 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #483 with 638 girls, so it's still in regular use without being one of the most common names in the country.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1983–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Rylie mean?
Rye clearing (as in Riley).
How do you pronounce Rylie?
Rylie is pronounced RY-lee (IPA: /ˈraɪli/).
Is Rylie a popular name right now?
Rylie peaked at #318 in 2004 and is ranked #483 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1983–2024.)
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