Riot
Riot is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Debauchery, tumult, or loud disturbance.
Origin and history
Riot is a modern English vocabulary name derived from the Old French word 'riote', meaning dispute or tumult. It has emerged in recent decades as part of a trend toward bold, edgy word names in the United States. While still relatively uncommon, its usage has grown noticeably since 2020.
Popularity in the United States
1,295 babies in the United States have been named Riot since 1880. It ranks #3410 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1271.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.6 %)
- TX (15.2 %)
- OK (9.9 %)
- UT (8.4 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 44 |
| 2010-2019 | 554 |
| 2020-2029 | 697 |
Fun facts
- The word entered English via Middle English from the Old French 'riote', originally referring to debate, disorder, or revelry.
- Riot belongs to a contemporary American naming movement favoring spirited, non-traditional vocabulary words.