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River vs Bennett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

River

Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#112
Total SSA Count
3,138
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

River Rank #112
Bennett Rank #60

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Bennett more popular?

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do River and Bennett mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin).

Are River and Bennett boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Bennett is primarily a boy name.

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