Rio
girl name#1872 in 2025Rio entered the US charts in 1930, peaked at #1676 in 2021, ranks #1872 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1930–2025
#1872
rank today
#1676
peak (2021)
105
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3345 |
| 1980s | #4679 |
| 1990s | #2909 |
| 2000s | #3231 |
| 2010s | #3029 |
| 2020s | #1835 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rio has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Rio are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rio alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rio in 2025?
- Rio ranks #1872 among US girl names in 2025, with 105 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rio most popular?
- Rio peaked in 2021, reaching #1676 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rio with classmates?
- Rio will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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