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Kade vs Rio

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rio

Boy #517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"river"

Origin: Spanish/Portuguese

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#517
Total SSA Count
591
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kade Rank #346
Rio Rank #517

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #517 for Rio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kade or Rio more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Kade and Rio mean?

Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin). Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin).

Are Kade and Rio boy or girl names?

Kade is primarily a boy name. Rio is primarily a boy name.

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