Riven vs Willow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Riven

Boy #3,748 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"split, torn apart"

Origin: Old English/Old Norse

American English

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Boy #3,688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"willow tree, graceful and flexible"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Riven Rank #3,748

Willow Rank #3,688

Willow is more popular, ranked #3688 vs #3748 for Riven.

Is Riven or Willow more popular?

Willow is more popular, ranked #3688 compared to Riven at #3748 in the United States.

What do Riven and Willow mean?

Riven means "split, torn apart" (Old English/Old Norse origin). Willow means "willow tree, graceful and flexible" (Old English origin).

Are Riven and Willow boy or girl names?

Riven is primarily a boy name. Willow is primarily a boy name.