Ripley Name Meaning
The name Ripley comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ripley below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ripley Name Meaning
English (Rare)From a surname which originally came from a place name that meant "strip clearing" in Old English.
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