Isaiah vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Isaiah

Boy #56 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord saves"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English African American

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

English American Australian

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Isaiah Rank #56

River Rank #112

Isaiah is more popular, ranked #56 vs #112 for River.

Is Isaiah or River more popular?

Isaiah is more popular, ranked #56 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Isaiah and River mean?

Isaiah means "the Lord saves" (Hebrew origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Isaiah and River boy or girl names?

Isaiah is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.