Back to Baby Names

River vs Kayson

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

River Rank #112
Kayson Rank #291

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #291 for Kayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Kayson more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Kayson at #291 in the United States.

What do River and Kayson mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Kayson means "rejoice, healer" (American/Persian origin).

Are River and Kayson boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Kayson is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons