Rye
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Island Meadow.
- Origin
- Irish
Rye Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,017 baby boys have been named Rye. The name peaked in 2020 with 76 US births that year (rank #1934). In 2024, ranked #2431 nationally — 497 places below its 2020 peak.
Top States for Rye
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Rye births are: California (72), New York (25), Texas (20).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Rye
If you like Rye's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
3-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Rye's exact length and starting letter: Rad, Rae, Rai, Raj, Ram.
Quick Facts About Rye
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Compare Rye to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Rye against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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