Riley: Not of Irish Origin

While Riley is a popular name, it's not of Irish origin. Despite its common association with Ireland, Riley actually stems from an English surname with roots in the Old English word "Ryh", meaning "rye", a type of grain. The name gained popularity in the United States and has since become a widely recognized and cherished choice for both boys and girls.
1. **Riley:** Derived from the Old English surname "Ryh", meaning "rye" – a type of grain.
2. **Ryan:** A popular Irish surname derived from the Gaelic "Ó Riain" meaning "descendant of Rían". Rían was a legendary king in Irish mythology.
3. **Finn:** This popular Irish name originates from the Gaelic "fionn" meaning "fair" or "white". It's associated with Finn Mac Cumhaill, a legendary warrior in Irish folklore.
4. **Liam:** A popular Irish name derived from the Gaelic "Liam" meaning "strong-willed warrior". It's a variation of the name William.
5. **Owen:** An Irish name derived from the Gaelic "Ó Maolruain" meaning "noble descendant".
6. **Aidan:** An Irish name meaning "little fire". It's associated with Saint Aidan, an important figure in Irish Christianity.
7. **Sean:** This Irish name means "God is gracious" and is derived from the Hebrew name "John".
8. **Declan:** A popular Irish name meaning "man of prayer".
9. **Eamon:** Derived from the Irish "Eamon" meaning "rich protector".
10. **Ciaran:** An Irish name meaning "little dark one".
11. **Conor:** A popular Irish name meaning "lover of dogs".
12. **Kieran:** An Irish name meaning "little dark one".
13. **Niall:** An Irish name meaning "champion".
14. **Fintan:** An Irish name meaning "fair-haired".
15. **Patrick:** A popular Irish name meaning "nobleman".
16. **Brendan:** An Irish name meaning "prince" or "strong".
17. **Colm:** An Irish name meaning "dove".
18. **Aisling:** An Irish name meaning "dream" or "vision".
19. **Saoirse:** An Irish name meaning "freedom".
20. **Maeve:** An Irish name meaning "intoxicating" or "she who intoxicates".
21. **Caoimhe:** An Irish name meaning "gentle" or "beautiful".
22. **Emer:** An Irish name meaning "noble" or "famous".
23. **Aoife:** An Irish name meaning "beautiful" or "radiant".
24. **Orla:** An Irish name meaning "golden princess".
25. **Erin:** An Irish name meaning "peace".
26. **Fiona:** An Irish name meaning "fair" or "white".
27. **Gráinne:** An Irish name meaning "love".
28. **Ciara:** An Irish name meaning "little dark one".
29. **Siobhán:** An Irish name meaning "God is gracious".
30. **Eibhlin:** An Irish name meaning "bright".
31. **Róisín:** An Irish name meaning "little rose".
32. **Tara:** An Irish name meaning "hill of kings".
33. **Cliodhna:** An Irish name meaning "goddess of love and beauty".
34. **Aine:** An Irish name meaning "grace" or "beautiful".
35. **Bronagh:** An Irish name meaning "white raven".
36. **Blaithin:** An Irish name meaning "flower" or "blossom".
37. **Enya:** An Irish name meaning "fire".
38. **Fionnuala:** An Irish name meaning "fair-haired" or "white shoulders".
39. **Nuala:** An Irish name meaning "bright".
40. **Niamh:** An Irish name meaning "bright".
41. **Eilis:** An Irish name meaning "God is my oath".
42. **Sinead:** An Irish name meaning "God is gracious".
43. **Deirdre:** An Irish name meaning "sorrow".
44. **Caitlín:** An Irish name meaning "pure" or "clean".
45. **Muireann:** An Irish name meaning "sea" or "ocean".
46. **Cora:** An Irish name meaning "heart" or "heart of gold".
47. **Aoibheann:** An Irish name meaning "beautiful" or "radiant".
48. **Ríona:** An Irish name meaning "little queen".
49. **Síle:** An Irish name meaning "blind".
50. **Aisling:** An Irish name meaning "dream" or "vision".