Landon vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

River

Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#112
Total SSA Count
3,138
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Landon Rank #106
River Rank #112

Landon is more popular, ranked #106 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Landon or River more popular?

Landon is more popular, ranked #106 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Landon and River mean?

Landon means "from the long ridge" (Old English origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Landon and River boy or girl names?

Landon is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.

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