Rye hill or clearing
Rilo is likely a modern variation or phonetic adaptation of the English surname Riley or the Germanic name Reilo. It is often associated with the Old English words 'ryge' (rye) and 'leah' (wood, clearing, or meadow). While its exact etymology is debated, it has gained contemporary recognition through indie pop culture.
About 7 boys were named Rilo in 2025.
Indie rock band fronted by Jenny Lewis
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
