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Origin: British

Meaning: Female roe deer; At the island; King

Rye, a gender-neutral name, comes from the name Ray, meaning “female roe deer” or “at the island” in Old English and "king” in Old Spanish, French, and Catalan. This name is also shared with the grain that's used in the production of whiskey and bread, giving it several layers of significance. Baby can carry the weight of this name with them as they move through life, knowing that they'll always rule your world.