Leland vs Rio

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rio

Boy #517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"river"

Origin: Spanish/Portuguese

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#517
Total SSA Count
591
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Leland Rank #548
Rio Rank #517

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #548 for Leland.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leland ___

  • Leland James
  • Leland Cole
  • Leland Grant
  • Leland Ray
  • Leland Thomas
  • Leland Scott

Rio ___

  • Rio James
  • Rio Alexander
  • Rio Sebastian
  • Rio Marcus
  • Rio Cruz
  • Rio Blue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Leland

Wyatt Barrett Grady Magnolia Hazel

If you choose Rio

Finn Kai Luna Isla Milo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leland or Rio more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Leland and Rio mean?

Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin). Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin).

Are Leland and Rio boy or girl names?

Leland is primarily a boy name. Rio is primarily a boy name.

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