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Rio vs Stephen

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
Stephen Rank #378

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #517 for Rio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Stephen more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Rio at #517 in the United States.

What do Rio and Stephen mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Rio and Stephen boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Stephen is primarily a boy name.

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