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River vs Nash

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
Nash Rank #240

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #240 for Nash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Nash more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Nash at #240 in the United States.

What do River and Nash mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Nash means "at the ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are River and Nash boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Nash is primarily a boy name.

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