Rio vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rio

Boy #517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"river"

Origin: Spanish/Portuguese

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Rio Rank #517

Philip Rank #522

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Rio or Philip more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Rio and Philip mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Rio and Philip boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.