Ripley

Meaning strip of clearing in woods
Origin English
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Ripley
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Rip-ley

About Ripley

Ripley is a charming and unique name of Old English origin, perfectly suited for parents seeking an unconventional yet meaningful name for their baby boy. The name Ripley is associated with the notion of a "loud meadow" or "clearing with a loud voice." Its historical roots hark back to the times when surnames were derived from a person's occupation or the location of their dwelling.

Choosing the name Ripley for your little one bestows upon him a sense of individuality and a connection to the past. In addition to its distinctiveness, the name also evokes images of nature and a free-spirited personality, making it an ideal choice for parents who appreciate the outdoors and value a strong sense of identity for their child.

As your baby boy grows, the name Ripley will remain a source of fascination and intrigue for friends and family. With its lack of widely recognized variations, Ripley stands out as a rare gem among names. Whether your little Ripley becomes an adventurer, an artist, or a scholar, his name will continue to be a source of pride and a conversation starter throughout his life.

Variations of Name Ripley

Rippley
Riplei
Ripplei
Ripliegh
Rippliegh
Riplee
Ripplee
Ripleigh
Rippleigh
Ripli
Rippli

Nicknames for Ripley

Rip
Rips
Ripper
Lee

Famous People Named Ripley

Ripley HoldenBritish actor and television presenter
Ripley DavenportAdventurer and explorer
Ripley IngramAmerican jazz musician
Ripley P. BullenAmerican archaeologist
Ripley A. ArnoldUnion Army general
Ripley RaderAmerican fashion designer
Ripley NelsonAmerican football player
Ripley R. Rawlings IVAmerican author
Ripley SnellingsAmerican politician
Ripley WeaverAmerican film producer
Ripley J. BullenAmerican ichthyologist
Ripley B. BrowneAmerican businessman
Ripley J. AliotoAmerican cinematographer
Ripley R. BogleAustralian artist
Ripley MartinAustralian rugby player
Ripley S. PattisonCanadian physician
Ripley M. RiederAmerican geologist
Ripley W. RandAmerican lawyer and judge
Ripley D. SaundersAmerican politician
Ripley GrierAmerican casting director

Characters Named Ripley

Ripley SartainCharacter from the movie "Halloween"
Ripley RyanCharacter from Marvel Comics
Ripley HoldenCharacter from the TV series "Blackpool"
Ripley "Rip" RileyCharacter from the TV series "Archer"
Ripley "Rip" WheelerCharacter from the TV series "Yellowstone"
Ripley Van ChanceCharacter from the novel "The Lost King" by Margaret Weis
Ripley WilmottCharacter from the novel "Slaves of Sleep" by L. Ron Hubbard
Ripley VanceCharacter from the movie "The Guest"
Ripley PalmerCharacter from the TV series "Water Rats"

Other Popular Names Beginning with R

Rome
Ridge
Rafael
Randy
Rodney
Rhodes
Rogelio
Ren
Reed
Rayyan