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Andrew vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

River

Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#112
Total SSA Count
3,138
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Andrew Rank #68
River Rank #112

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or River more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Andrew and River mean?

Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Andrew and River boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.

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