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Rio vs Grady

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

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Popularity Comparison

Rio Rank #517
Grady Rank #371

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #517 for Rio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Grady more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Rio and Grady mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Rio and Grady boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Grady is primarily a boy name.

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