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River vs Timothy

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
Timothy Rank #208

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #208 for Timothy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River or Timothy more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do River and Timothy mean?

River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are River and Timothy boy or girl names?

River is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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