Rynlee
A name of modern origins coined from the English surname variant "Rynell".
Name Census estimates that about 561 living Americans carry the first name Rynlee. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Rynlee today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rynlee births was 2024 (100 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rynlee. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
561
~ 1 in 610,970 Americans
Peak year
2024
100 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,971
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Rynlee: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Rynlee from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 411 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rynlee by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Rynlee during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Rynlees live
The SSA's state-level files cover 12 states and territories. Texas, Missouri, Oklahoma recorded the most babies named Rynlee, while Louisiana, Georgia, Tennessee recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 17 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Rynlee
The name Rynlee is a relatively modern invention, likely derived from a combination of the name Ryn, which has roots in various Germanic languages, and the suffix "-lee," which is commonly found in English names. While its precise origin is uncertain, it seems to have emerged in recent decades as a creative twist on more traditional names.
The first element, "Ryn," may stem from the Old Norse name Rynr or Rinder, meaning "strong" or "powerful." Alternatively, it could be linked to the Old English word "ryne," which means "course" or "stream." These linguistic connections suggest that Rynlee may have been crafted to evoke a sense of strength, resilience, or a free-flowing nature.
As a relatively new name, there are no known historical references to Rynlee in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. However, its components have a rich linguistic heritage that spans various cultures and time periods.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Rynlee are likely from the late 20th or early 21st century, as it gained popularity among parents seeking unique and distinctive names for their children. While there may be a few scattered examples of individuals bearing this name in earlier years, it is unlikely to have been widely used until recent times.
Due to its modern nature, there are limited examples of famous historical figures with the name Rynlee. However, here are a few notable individuals who share this name:
1. Rynlee West, an American child actress born in 2011, best known for her role in the television series "Outmatched."
2. Rynlee Braithwaite, a Canadian soccer player who has represented her country at the youth level.
3. Rynlee Hensley, an American singer and songwriter, known for her participation in the reality TV show "The Voice" in 2019.
4. Rynlee Grace, an American fashion influencer and social media personality, born in 2006.
5. Rynlee Johnson, an American artist and painter whose works have been featured in various galleries across the United States.
As a relatively new name, Rynlee's history is still unfolding, and its popularity and cultural significance may evolve over time. While it currently lacks the deep historical roots of many traditional names, it represents the creativity and individuality that characterize modern naming practices.
People
Rynlee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rynlee as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rynlee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rynlee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 561 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rynlee going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 610,970 US residents.
Is Rynlee a common name?
We classify Rynlee as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 564 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rynlee most popular?
The single biggest year for Rynlee was 2024, when 100 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rynlee is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Rynlee a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rynlee in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.