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Raider vs Townsend

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raider

Boy #3,798 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who raids, bold adventurer"

Origin: Old English 'rad' (riding journey)

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,798
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Raider Rank #3,798
Townsend Rank #3,983

Raider is more popular, ranked #3798 vs #3983 for Townsend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raider or Townsend more popular?

Raider is more popular, ranked #3798 compared to Townsend at #3983 in the United States.

What do Raider and Townsend mean?

Raider means "one who raids, bold adventurer" (Old English 'rad' (riding journey) origin). Townsend means "dweller at the edge of town" (Old English origin).

Are Raider and Townsend boy or girl names?

Raider is primarily a boy name. Townsend is primarily a boy name.

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