The Rye
Early-attested site in the Parish of High Wycombe
Historical Forms
- atte Reye 1372 Wyc
- The Reye 1451 Wyc
- Rye Marsh 1826 B
Etymology
The Rye is low-lying land almost surrounded by water and it is clear that atte Reye must be from at ther eye , 'at the island.'v. eg , æt .