Jordan vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Jordan Rank #104

River Rank #112

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 vs #112 for River.

Is Jordan or River more popular?

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Jordan and River mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Jordan and River boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.