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River vs Jameson

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
Jameson Rank #118

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #118 for Jameson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Jameson more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Jameson at #118 in the United States.

What do River and Jameson mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Jameson means "son of James" (English origin).

Are River and Jameson boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Jameson is primarily a boy name.

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