Rio vs Cayden

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

Popularity Comparison

Rio Rank #517
Cayden Rank #350

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 vs #517 for Rio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Cayden more popular?

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Rio and Cayden mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Rio and Cayden boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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