Riley
Female name · — Stable
34,156
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#224
Rank 2023
1990
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Riley
Riley is of Irish origin meaning 'courageous,' originally a surname used for both genders. It has been a top-30 female name in the US since the 2010s. The Pixar film Inside Out featured a girl named Riley, reinforcing its female usage.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1990s | 3,963 births |
| 2000s | 16,247 births |
| 2010s | 10,355 births |
| 2020s | 3,681 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Riley?
Riley has been given to 34,156 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 2,193 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #224.
Is Riley a boy or girl name?
Riley is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Riley most popular?
Riley was most popular in 2008, when 2,193 babies were given this name. The name has been holding steady.
How old is the name Riley?
Riley first appeared in US records in 1990.