Rio vs Wilson

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

Popularity Comparison

Rio Rank #517
Wilson Rank #645

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio or Wilson more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Rio and Wilson mean?

Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Rio and Wilson boy or girl names?

Rio is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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