Rio vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rio

Boy #517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"river"

Origin: Spanish/Portuguese

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian American

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Rio Rank #517

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #517 for Rio.

Is Rio or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Rio and King mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Rio and King boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.