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Rio vs Jayson

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
Jayson Rank #623

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Jayson more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Rio and Jayson mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin).

Are Rio and Jayson boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Jayson is primarily a boy name.

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