River sits comfortably in the UK charts at #167 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
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UK Rank 2024
#167
US Rank #214
About the Name River
River is holding steady in the rankings at #167. It reached its peak of #119 in 2021 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
River is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it sits at #214 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name River
Unlikely. With around 302 UK babies named River per year, your child will almost certainly be the only River in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
River has held a stable position around #167 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #119 in 2021 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
River is more popular in the UK (#167) than in the US (#214). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
River appears in the US top 500 at #112 in 2024 — moderately popular in America, though less so than in the UK.
302
UK babies named River (2024)
~0.0
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.2
In a school of 600
↓ 16 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name River
Likely around 1 other River in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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