How Many People Are Named Rio?

Complete statistics for the name Rio: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Rio
Very Rare
Spanish

Rio means 'river' in Spanish, making it a refreshing choice. That's just 1 in 46,991 Americans named Rio, with only 7,023 living today. The name peaked in 2024, with 702 births, showing its rising popularity.

~1,650
Living in US
1 in 200,878
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
River
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Energetic Adventurous Free-spirited
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

7,023
Worldwide Bearers
#9,426
Global Rank
🇪🇬 Egypt
282
🇲🇾 Malaysia
272
🇧🇷 Brazil
247
🇮🇳 India
236
🇷🇺 Russia
161
🇮🇹 Italy
150
🇵🇰 Pakistan
137
🇨🇱 Chile
130
🇨🇦 Canada
119
🇿🇦 South Africa
111

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
4,875 (69%)
♀ Female
2,148 (31%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
6,108
Would be under 30 (86%)
998
Would be 30–60 (14%)
33
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 7,139 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
14
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Rio Through the Generations

Rio has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 6,108 people under 30, it's clear that Rio is a name embraced by the modern era. Born in 2024, the peak year saw 702 births, indicating a strong upward trend. As of now, the average age of those named Rio is 14, reflecting its status as a contemporary name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 1,667
Texas 389
New York 341
Florida 300
Washington 145
Illinois 127
Arizona 116
Colorado 110
Pennsylvania 91
Ohio 78

⭐ Famous People Named Rio

Rio is a unisex give name which may refer to:…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Rio

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Rio's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Rio

How Many People Have the Name Rio?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,650 people in the United States currently share the name Rio. That works out to roughly 1 in every 200,878 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Rio a Common or Rare Name?

Rio is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Rio Mean?

Rio means "river" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Rio in SSA data, approximately 69% are male and 31% are female.

When Was Rio Most Popular?

The name Rio reached peak popularity in 2024, with 702 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Rio?

Approximately 1,650 people named Rio live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,650. That works out to roughly 1 in 200,878 Americans.

Is Rio a rare name?

Rio is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 200,878 Americans has this name.

What does the name Rio mean?

Rio means "river" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Rio more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 69% of people named Rio are male and 31% are female.

When was Rio most popular?

Rio peaked in 2024 with 702 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,650
All-Time Births1,650
1 in X1 in 200,878
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2024
World Rank#9,426
Male %69%
Female %31%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.