Riley vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Riley

Boy #229 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"courageous, valiant"

Origin: Irish

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Riley Rank #229

Steven Rank #269

Riley is more popular, ranked #229 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Riley or Steven more popular?

Riley is more popular, ranked #229 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Riley and Steven mean?

Riley means "courageous, valiant" (Irish origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Riley and Steven boy or girl names?

Riley is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.