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Wyatt vs River

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

Wyatt Rank #38
River Rank #112

Wyatt is more popular, ranked #38 vs #112 for River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wyatt or River more popular?

Wyatt is more popular, ranked #38 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Wyatt and River mean?

Wyatt means "brave in war" (Old English origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Wyatt and River boy or girl names?

Wyatt is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.

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