Rio vs Denver

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
Denver Rank #487

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 vs #517 for Rio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Denver more popular?

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Rio and Denver mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin).

Are Rio and Denver boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Denver is primarily a boy name.

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