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River vs Jayden

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
Jayden Rank #59

Jayden is more popular, ranked #59 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Jayden more popular?

Jayden is more popular, ranked #59 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do River and Jayden mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Jayden means "God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are River and Jayden boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Jayden is primarily a boy name.

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