Rio vs Elio

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

Elio

Boy #508 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sun"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#508
Total SSA Count
599
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rio Rank #517
Elio Rank #508

Elio is more popular, ranked #508 vs #517 for Rio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Elio more popular?

Elio is more popular, ranked #508 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Rio and Elio mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Elio means "sun" (Greek origin).

Are Rio and Elio boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Elio is primarily a boy name.

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