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Rio Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "rio" is "river", and is used often for "both boys and girls".

Name
rio
Meaning
river
Pronunciation
ree-oh
Used for
both boys and girls
Syllables
2

Rio Name Details

The name Rio is of Spanish and Portuguese origin. It is derived from the Spanish word 'Río', meaning 'River'. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world after the 1984 hit song 'Rio' by Duran Duran. It is often associated with a sense of beauty, tranquility, and fluidity.

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