Jack vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Jack Rank #15

River Rank #112

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #112 for River.

Is Jack or River more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Jack and River mean?

Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Jack and River boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.