River
River is a unisex name that ranked #112 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1971. Its best recorded rank was #105 in 2022.
Latest rank
#112
Peak rank
#105
Reached in 2022
Total recorded usage
34,552
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1971
What To Know About River
River is a well-established unisex name with English roots. Its current US ranking reflects steady parent interest, and it pairs easily with a wide range of middle names and surnames.
River is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows River appearing in official records as far back as 1971, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #105 in 2022, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
Hover or tap a point for details. If a year is missing, the name was outside the published top list for that period.
Editorial Extras
Well-known namesakes: River Phoenix, actor
Page Notes
Pronunciation: RIV-er
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: high
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.