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Rio vs Raylan

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
Raylan Rank #717

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Raylan more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Rio and Raylan mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Rio and Raylan boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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