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River vs Brody

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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Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

River Rank #112
Brody Rank #224

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Brody more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do River and Brody mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are River and Brody boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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