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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A naturally flowing body of water
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- RIV-er
River is a name for a child of any gender, and true to its English origin, it means exactly what it says: a naturally flowing body of water. Said RIV-er, it has a plainspoken, outdoorsy feel, and rather than a recent arrival, it's one of those names that's simply been around and stuck.
Meaning & Origin of River
Meaning: A naturally flowing body of water.
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce River
RIV-erIPA /ˈrɪvər/
Popularity of River
River has held a steady spot on the SSA list, peaking at #105 in 2022 with 3,494 babies given the name, then easing slightly to #112 in 2024 with 3,138.
Names Like River
These names share River’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name River mean?
A naturally flowing body of water. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce River?
River is pronounced RIV-er (IPA: /ˈrɪvər/).
Is River a popular name right now?
River is near its all-time peak (#105 in 2022), ranked #112 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)
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