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Ripley vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ripley

Boy #1,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strip-shaped clearing in woodland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,402
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ripley Rank #1,402
Smith Rank #1,580

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ripley or Smith more popular?

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Ripley and Smith mean?

Ripley means "strip-shaped clearing in woodland" (Old English origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Ripley and Smith boy or girl names?

Ripley is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.

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