From a surname which comes from two distinct sources. As an Irish surname it is a variant of Reilly. As an English surname it is derived from a place name meaning "rye clearing" in Old English. Riley originates in Old English language and means "from a meadow of rye". Some sources suggest its connection to an old Irish surname O"Reilly. It can be used as both feminine and masculine names, in the U.S. it is more popular for girls.
Riley Related Names Variants: Rylee, Ryleigh, Ryley, Rylie, Rileigh
