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Francis Leo Riley, 1917 - 1988
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Francis Henry Arthur Riley, 1914 - 1991
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Francis Vernon Riley, 1873 - 1941
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Francis Noel Riley, 1909 - 1973
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Francis Thomas Riley, 1935 - 1996
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Francis Henry Arthur Riley, 1914 - 1991
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Francis Michael Riley, 1861 - 1932
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Francis Leo Riley, 1893 - 1944
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Francis Joseph Riley, 1902 - 1955
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Francis Patrick Riley, 1910 - 1972
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Francis Leo Riley, 1893 - 1944
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Francis Joseph Riley, died 1952
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Francis Patrick Riley, 1938 - 2019
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Francis Joseph Riley, 1921 - 1970
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Francis Alfred Riley, 1869 - 1929
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Francis W. Riley, 1911 - 1975
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Francis T. Riley, 1911 - 1965
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Francis E. Riley, 1928 - 1974
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Francis K. Riley, Circa 1918 - 1963
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Francis Riley, Circa 1869 - 1953
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Francis Riley, Circa 1862 - 1930
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Francis Riley, Circa 1874 - 1947
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Francis Edmondson Riley, Circa 1882 - 1884
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Francis H. Riley in Sun Journal - Oct 7 1933
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Francis Riley in The Daily Sentinel - Oct 11 2001
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Francis A. Riley in The Boston Post - July 3 1932
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Francis Riley in The Boston Globe - Sep 18 1905
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Francis Nathaniel Riley, 1884 - 1945
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Francis Matthew Riley, 1862 - 1936
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Francis William Riley, 1880 - 1929
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Francis Riley, Circa 1897 - 1898
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Francis D. Riley, 1934 - 1954
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Francis Riley, born Circa 1889
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Francis Riley, born Circa 1916
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Francis Riley, born Circa 1901
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Francis Charles Riley, 1913 - 2002
Maryland Deaths
Francis G. Riley, 1906 - 1941
Maryland Deaths
Francis Joseph Riley, 1900 - 1963
Maryland Deaths
Francis Elroy Riley, 1971 - 1971
Maryland Deaths
Francis Tiller, 1853 - 1921
Michigan Deaths
Francis Marion Riley, 1854 - 1928
Michigan Deaths
Francis E. Riley, 1891 - 1915
Michigan Deaths
Francis William Riley, 1914 - 1923
Michigan Deaths
Francis H. Riley, 1851 - 1924
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Francis E. Riley, 1904 - 1946
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Francis James Riley, 1858 - 1928
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Francis Robert Riley, 1913 - 1913
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Francis Joseph Riley, 1918 - 1937
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Francis Marion Riley, died 1933
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Francis Riley, died 1928
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Francis Riley, 1932 - 1932
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Francis Riley, 1868 - 1926
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
Francis Wright Riley, 1836 - 1924
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
Francis Riley, 1864 - 1922
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
Francis Frank Owen Riley, 1918 - 1963
Arizona Death Certificates
Francis M. Riley, 1879 - 1959
Arizona Death Certificates
Francis Darrel Riley, 1936 - 1968
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Francis J. Riley, Circa 1907 - 1956
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Francis Darrel Riley, born Circa 1937
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Francis Riley, born Circa 1916
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming)Francis Martin Riley, 1891 - 1953
BillionGravesFrancis M. Riley, 1844 - 1927
BillionGravesFrancis X. Riley, Jr., 1926 - 2014
BillionGravesFrancis L Riley, 1891 - 1944
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Francis Joseph Riley, 1895 - 1960
West Virginia, Deaths
Francis Joseph Riley, died 1960
West Virginia, Deaths
Francis Michael Riley, died 1918
West Virginia, Deaths
Francis L. Riley, died 1934
West Virginia, Deaths
Francis J Riley, 1914 - 2006
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Francis C Riley, 1924 - 2007
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Francis J Riley, 1913 - 2002
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Francis Joseph Riley, 1923 - 2004
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- Frances Rileigh
- Franco Rylee
- Frank Ryleigh
- Frankie Rylie
- Frans Rileigh
- Arabic: فرانسيس رايلي (Fransīs Rāylī)
- Japanese: フランシス・ライリー (Furanshisu Rairī)
- Russian: Франсис Райли (Francis Rayli)
- Spanish: Francisco Riley


- USA 51%
- United Kingdom 31%
- Ireland 9%
- Canada 4%
- Australia 3%
- Georgia 1%
- Other 1%
The first name Francis has its origins in Latin, derived from the name "Franciscus," which means "Frenchman" or "free man." It first appeared in medieval Europe, particularly in France and Italy, and is most famously associated with Saint Francis of Assisi, who was born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone in Italy in the 12th century and later adopted the name Francis. The name embodies qualities of humility, compassion, and a deep connection to nature, reflecting the saint's life and teachings. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Francisco in Spanish and Portuguese, François in French, and Francesco in Italian. Each variation retains the core meaning but may carry unique cultural connotations. The name has remained popular through the centuries, often associated with notable figures in religion, literature, and politics, further solidifying its significance in various societies.
The last name Riley has its origins in both Irish and English cultures, with the Irish variant deriving from the Gaelic surname "Ó Raghallaigh," meaning "descendant of Raghallach," which is believed to mean "valiant" or "courageous." This surname is primarily associated with the province of Ulster in Ireland, where it has historical roots dating back to the medieval period. In England, the name may also stem from a place name, such as Riley in Lancashire, which is derived from Old English elements meaning "rye clearing." The name Riley has been linked to various occupations, particularly in the context of land ownership and agriculture, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore it. Variations of the surname include O'Reilly, Ryley, and Reilly, with differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by regional dialects and linguistic evolution across countries. The name has maintained its popularity and is widely recognized in English-speaking countries today.
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