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Peyton 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

Peyton Rank #659
Rio Rank #517

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Rio more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Rio mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin).

Are Peyton and Rio boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Rio is primarily a boy name.

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