Jason vs Riley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jason Rank #148
Riley Rank #229

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #229 for Riley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Riley more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Riley at #229 in the United States.

What do Jason and Riley mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Riley means "courageous, valiant" (Irish origin).

Are Jason and Riley boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Riley is primarily a boy name.

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