Rio
Rio is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
River.
Origin and history
Rio is a nature name derived from the Spanish and Portuguese word for 'river'. Originally inspired by geographic locations, it has gained steady popularity in the U.S. as a short, modern boys' name. Its usage has surged significantly in recent years as parents favor brisk, nature-themed names.
Popularity in the United States
5,530 babies in the United States have been named Rio since 1880. It ranks #1636 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #578.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33.7 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
- NY (8.5 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 16 |
| 1970-1980 | 97 |
| 1980-1990 | 191 |
| 1990-2000 | 411 |
| 2000-2010 | 636 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,246 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,908 |
Famous people named Rio
- Rio Ferdinand: Professional Footballer, Sports Broadcaster
Fun facts
- More than half of all recorded U.S. male births with the name Rio have occurred since 2020.
- The word 'rio' comes from the Latin 'rivus', meaning a stream or brook.