Rivers Names, Meanings, and their History

Explore rivers names from around the world to learn more about, including their meanings, pronunciation, and history.

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Alaknanda (uh-LAK-nuhn-duh)

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Anyi (AHN-yee)

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Aruvi (ah-roo-vee)

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Cauvery (kaw-vee-ree)

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Desna (DEZ-nah)

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Parana (pa-ra-nuh)

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Sarsija (sar-SEE-jah)

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Trivenee (trih-veh-nee)

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Varanasi (vuh-RAH-nuh-see)

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Guhyakali (goo-yuh-kah-lee)

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Aahaladita (aah-ha-la-di-ta)

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Kawtar (kah-tar)

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Jayme (jaym)

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Sumandal (soo-mahn-dahl)

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Atifa (ah-TEE-fah)

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Nirupama (ni-roo-puh-muh)

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Atufah (uh-TOO-fuh)

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Tokavati (toh-kah-vah-tee)

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Boopathi (boo-pah-thee)

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Ameen (ah-MEEN)

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Rizqin (riz-keen)