How Many People Are Named Rylee?

Complete statistics for the name Rylee: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Rylee
Very Rare
English

Rylee is a modern name that's become quite popular, especially among younger folks. There are about 71,727 people named Rylee in the US today, which makes it so rare that only 1 in 4,601 Americans shares this name. Most Rylees are under 30, with the most babies born with this name in 2010.

~567
Living in US
1 in 584,567
Americans
2010
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Courageous, from the rye clearing
🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Spirited Independent Brave Cheerful
11
Life Path Number

In numerology, the number 11 is considered a master number representing intuition, inspiration, and deep spiritual insight. People connected to 11 are often seen as visionary and sensitive, with a natural ability to uplift and illuminate those around them.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

71,735
Worldwide Bearers
#281,864
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
71,727
🇸🇬 Singapore
1
🇳🇿 New Zealand
1
🇯🇵 Japan
1
🇮🇳 India
1
🇭🇹 Haiti
1
🇫🇷 France
1
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
1
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
5,391 (8%)
♀ Female
66,337 (92%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
70,534
Would be under 30 (98%)
1,796
Would be 30–60 (2%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 72,330 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2010

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
20
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Rylee Through the Generations

Rylee has carved out a unique place in American naming trends, particularly among the younger generation. With over 70,000 people named Rylee under 30, it's clear that this name has resonated strongly with parents in recent decades. The fact that the peak year for births was 2010, when 3,298 babies were named Rylee, highlights a surge in popularity during a specific period. Interestingly, the gap between the total number of births (72,330) and the current living population (71,727) is relatively small, indicating that many Rylees remain active participants in society. This stability in the name's usage over time, despite the slight decline in new births, suggests a strong cultural attachment to the name. The age distribution also paints a picture of a vibrant, youthful community, with very few Rylees over 60, reinforcing its status as a modern, contemporary choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 5,992
California 5,518
Florida 3,527
Ohio 3,463
Pennsylvania 2,941
Michigan 2,626
Georgia 2,322
New York 2,175
Illinois 2,102
Missouri 2,040

✨ Similar Names to Rylee

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Rylee's English roots

📄 About the Name Rylee

How Many People Have the Name Rylee?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 567 people in the United States currently share the name Rylee. That works out to roughly 1 in every 584,567 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Rylee a Common or Rare Name?

Rylee is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Rylee Mean?

Rylee means "Courageous, from the rye clearing" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Rylee in SSA data, approximately 8% are male and 92% are female.

When Was Rylee Most Popular?

The name Rylee reached peak popularity in 2010, with 3,298 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Rylee?

Approximately 567 people named Rylee live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 567. That works out to roughly 1 in 584,567 Americans.

Is Rylee a rare name?

Rylee is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 584,567 Americans has this name.

What does the name Rylee mean?

Rylee means "Courageous, from the rye clearing" and comes from English origins.

Is Rylee more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 8% of people named Rylee are male and 92% are female.

When was Rylee most popular?

Rylee peaked in 2010 with 3,298 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US567
All-Time Births567
1 in X1 in 584,567
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2010
World Rank#281,864
Male %8%
Female %92%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.