Stable DeclineGradual decline from 2016#48 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
2016
Peak births
7,159
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
1923Peak 20162025
Quick answers about Riley
How many people are named Riley?
An estimated 140,621 living Americans are named Riley.
How rare is Riley?
Riley is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 4,441 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 38% from its 2016 peak. It was the #48 girls’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Riley?
The median age of a living American named Riley is approximately 14 years, with most bearers falling between 8 and 20 years old.
Is Riley still popular?
Somewhat. Riley has been declining since its 2016 peak and registered 4,441 births in 2025.
Where is Riley most common?
Riley has its strongest geographic signal in Delaware, where it appeared 2.9× more often than the national baseline in the 2020s.
Peak year
2016
Decline from peak
38%
2025
4,441
All-time
141,960
Diaspora map
Riley broke out in Indiana, Washington, and Wisconsin (1992) and became over-represented in 36 states over 30 years.
Broke out: Indiana, Washington, and Wisconsin, 1992 · over-represented in 36 states over 30 years
