Monroe vs Ripley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Monroe

Boy #1,282 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the mouth of the Roe river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,282
Total SSA Count
153
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Monroe Rank #1,282
Ripley Rank #1,402

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 vs #1402 for Ripley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe or Ripley more popular?

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 compared to Ripley at #1402 in the United States.

What do Monroe and Ripley mean?

Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ripley means "strip-shaped clearing in woodland" (Old English origin).

Are Monroe and Ripley boy or girl names?

Monroe is primarily a boy name. Ripley is primarily a boy name.

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