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River vs Greyson

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
Greyson Rank #127

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #127 for Greyson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Greyson more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Greyson at #127 in the United States.

What do River and Greyson mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Greyson means "son of the grey-haired one" (English origin).

Are River and Greyson boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Greyson is primarily a boy name.

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