Rye
RIE
English, diminutive of Riley; word name; British surname
"cavalryman, messenger"Share
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Updated Sun Feb 09 2025
Rye Origin and Meaning
The name Rye is a girl's name meaning "cavalryman, messenger".
Sweet short form of Riley. Nature lovers and whiskey fans alike can appreciate the androgynous simplicity of Rye. It is also the name of a town in England.
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