Holding steady.
Popularity of Reylene since 1987
Babies named Reylene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 30 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Reylene is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1987. Its peak year came in 1999, after which it has remained extremely uncommon, never entering the top 1,000 names. The name reflects a trend of creating feminine names with the -lene suffix, similar to Darlene and Marlene. Though its exact meaning is uncertain, it likely blends the idea of royalty from the element Rey. Reylene has not seen a revival and remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar sound.
Reylene is a modern coinage that first appeared in the late 20th century, possibly formed by blending the name Rey (from Spanish rey 'king') with the popular suffix -lene (as in Marlene or Darlene). It may also be a variant of Raylene, itself a combination of Ray and Lene. The name entered U.S. records in 1987 and saw modest use, particularly in the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rey, Lena
Variants: Raylene, Reilene
Sibling names for Reylene
Names that share Reylene's style, for a brother or sister.
