Brandon vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Brandon Rank #230

River Rank #112

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or River more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and River mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Brandon and River boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.