River
girl name#219 in 2025River entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #149 in 2021, ranks #219 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1988–2025
#219
rank today
#149
peak (2021)
1,401
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11798 |
| 1990s | #5468 |
| 2000s | #1809 |
| 2010s | #494 |
| 2020s | #185 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, River has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 19,500 people named River are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical River is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name River in 2025?
- River ranks #219 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,401 babies given the name.
- When was the name River most popular?
- River peaked in 2021, reaching #149 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name River with classmates?
- River will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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