Rye clearing or courageous
A modern spelling variation of the surname Riley. It is derived from the Old English elements 'ryge', meaning rye, and 'leah', meaning wood, clearing, or meadow. It is also associated with the Irish surname O'Raghailligh, meaning descendant of Raghallach, which implies courage.
About 25 girls were named Rileigh in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Rileigh — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
