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Cameron vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cameron Rank #66
River Rank #112

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron or River more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Cameron and River mean?

Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Cameron and River boy or girl names?

Cameron is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.

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