| Meaning | strip of clearing in the woods |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Ripley |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Rip-ley |
About Ripley
Bold, adventurous, and thoroughly modern—this name makes an unforgettable statement. It breaks away from traditional feminine naming conventions while remaining entirely wearable and accessible. The name brings to mind strength, intelligence, and a pioneering spirit. It's ideal for parents who want their daughter to stand out, to be remembered, to forge her own path. The surname-as-first-name trend has gained momentum, and this choice leads that movement with confidence. It's crisp, clean, and remarkably versatile, working across different personalities and life stages. Whether your daughter becomes an athlete, scientist, artist, or entrepreneur, this name will serve her well. The single-syllable strength of the sound combined with the two-syllable structure creates perfect balance. It's contemporary without being trendy, distinctive without being difficult.
Variations of Name Ripley
| Riplea |
| Riplie |
| Riplee |
| Rippley |
Nicknames for Ripley
| Rip |
| Ripper |
| Lee |
| Rippy |
| Riley |
Famous People Named Ripley
| Ripley S. Wong | Award-winning architect |
| Ripley M. Johnson | Renowned author and poet |
| Ripley T. Anderson | Acclaimed filmmaker |
| Ripley N. Martinez | Olympic gold medalist in swimming |
| Ripley B. Lewis | Influential fashion designer |
| Ripley L. Scott | Noted entrepreneur and philanthropist |
| Ripley C. Evans | Esteemed neuroscientist |
| Ripley G. Ramirez | Respected environmental activist |
| Ripley P. Mitchell | Trailblazing astronaut |
| Ripley H. Patel | Visionary tech entrepreneur |
| Ripley W. Morgan | Successful CEO of a multinational corporation |
| Ripley K. Wright | Brilliant mathematician and professor |
| Ripley O. Reed | Inspirational artist and painter |
| Ripley J. Hayes | Celebrated jazz musician |
| Ripley U. Campbell | Human rights advocate and lawyer |
| Ripley V. Turner | Acclaimed film director |
| Ripley A. Barnes | Notable archaeologist |
| Ripley R. Collins | Prominent political leader |
| Ripley E. Price | Accomplished marine biologist |
| Ripley I. Bennett | Well-known television presenter |
Characters Named Ripley
| Ripley Winters | Intrepid space explorer in a sci-fi adventure series |
| Ripley Blake | Clever detective in a thrilling mystery novel collection |
| Ripley Foster | Heroic protagonist in a fantasy novel trilogy |
| Ripley Hart | Fearless warrior in an epic action-packed saga |
| Ripley Quinn | Genius hacker in a cyberpunk dystopian novel |
| Ripley Murphy | Spirited time-traveler in a historical fiction novel series |
| Ripley Stone | Talented young witch in a magical fantasy tale |
| Ripley Carter | Bold archaeologist in an adventurous treasure-hunting book |
| Ripley Rivers | Quick-witted spy in a thrilling espionage novel |
| Ripley Knight | Brave swordswoman in a medieval fantasy epic |
| Ripley Fox | Cunning thief in a heist and caper novel series |
| Ripley Reed | Resourceful survivalist in a post-apocalyptic world novel |
| Ripley Blair | Intelligent scientist in a futuristic sci-fi story |
| Ripley Bishop | Charismatic leader in a dystopian society novel |
| Ripley Steele | Tenacious journalist in a suspenseful mystery novel |
| Ripley Montgomery | Daring sea captain in a maritime adventure story |
| Ripley Coleman | Resilient pioneer in a western frontier novel |
| Ripley West | Ingenious inventor in a steampunk fantasy book |
| Ripley Tate | Spirited princess in a fairy tale-inspired story |
| Ripley Hamilton | Clever spy in a thrilling espionage thriller |