Rio
Rio: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛΙΉioΚ/
Meaning and origin of Rio
- A male given name.
- A female given name.
How popular is Rio?
Since 1880, 2,282 girls and 5,530 boys in the U.S. have been named Rio (29% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1679 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #517 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #532 for boys, with 668 babies given the name.
Names similar to Rio
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Sibling name ideas for Rio
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Rio FAQ
What does the name Rio mean?
A male given name. A female given name.
How popular is the name Rio?
Since 1880, 2,282 girls and 5,530 boys in the U.S. have been named Rio (29% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1679 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #517 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #532 for boys, with 668 babies given the name.
Is Rio a boy or girl name?
Rio is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,282 girls and 5,530 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.