Riley

Girls

Best rank #54 (2016) · ranked in 18 years

With a peak of #54 in 2016, Riley appeared in the rankings across 2008-2025.

It eased from #56 in 2008 to #74 in 2025.

As of the latest count (2025), Riley sits at #74.

8,887 newborns received the name Riley in 2016, its peak year.

Riley was most popular around 2016, making it characteristic of the 2010s generation.

Rank by year

11020200820172025
  1. 2025746,107
  2. 2024716,230
  3. 2023676,275
  4. 2022656,514
  5. 2021676,677
  6. 2020646,707
  7. 2019657,086
  8. 2018607,480
  9. 2017607,839
  10. 2016548,887
  11. 2015667,833
  12. 2014787,248
  13. 2013727,500
  14. 2012717,723
  15. 2011618,507
  16. 2010569,192
  17. 2009589,428
  18. 2008569,906

Similar names

If Riley is on your shortlist, Ryan, Rowan, Ruby are worth a look too, given the similar sound and comparable popularity trends.

Frequently asked questions

Is Riley a popular name?
Riley reached a best rank of #54 in 2016 and has charted in 18 years.
Where does Riley rank now?
In the most recent data (2025), Riley ranks #74.
Is Riley a boy or girl name?
It is recorded primarily as a girls' name.
When was Riley most popular?
Riley peaked around 2016.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)