Riley Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Riley Name at a Glance

Name	Riley
Meaning	Valiant.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Riley Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Riley means “Valiant”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Riley Name Origin

Our database records Riley under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Riley a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Riley is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Riley

When considering Riley for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.