UnisexEnglish origin

River: name meaning and origin

RIV-er

River is a unisex name of English origin that means “river”.

River at a glance

Meaning
“river”
Gender
Unisex
Origin
English
Pronunciation
RIV-er

Where the name River comes from

River is simply the English word for a large stream of water, used as a name since the late 20th century. It suggests calm, flowing nature. It is given to both genders, a little more often to boys.

Famous people named River

  • River Phoenix (actor)

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