Rory vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Rory Rank #226

River Rank #112

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #226 for Rory.

Is Rory or River more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and River mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Rory and River boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.