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Weston vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Weston

Boy #70 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"western farmstead, western settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#70
Total SSA Count
4,660
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Weston Rank #70
River Rank #112

Weston is more popular, ranked #70 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Weston or River more popular?

Weston is more popular, ranked #70 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Weston and River mean?

Weston means "western farmstead, western settlement" (Old English origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Weston and River boy or girl names?

Weston is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.

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