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River

Unisex

Meaning

Stream of water that flows to the sea

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈrɪvər/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

River is a pawsome dog name, perfect for your adventurous, free-spirited fur-baby. It's unisex, so it's great for both your male and female pups. It's a nod to the iconic River Song from Doctor Who, making it a hit with sci-fi fans. Plus, it's a tribute to the late River Phoenix, ideal for movie buffs. Etymologically, River symbolizes a constant flow of love and energy, just like our canine companions. So, if you want a name that's cool, meaningful, and pop-culture savvy, let your doggo make a splash with the name River!

Traits associated with the name River:

Dogs named River tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named River?

That you have a creative and unique sense of style. You may also have a strong connection to nature and the outdoors.

Is River a good dog name?

River has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. River isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

201

686

New York City Dog Name Database

980

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog River is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

River was, in the past month, the 107th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, River is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, River was viewed 219 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows River's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

River is most adored in West Virginia, District of Columbia and Alabama.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Utah, Idaho and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name River.

River is found in these categories:

nature

It's inspired by flowing bodies of water found outdoors.

flower

Water bodies often symbolize growth and life, similar to botanical elements.

ocean

Both are large bodies of water, symbolizing a connection to nature and tranquility.

cool

Evokes serene nature vibes and nods to iconic Firefly character.

brown

Muddy waters flowing match their warm, earthy fur perfectly!

Dog names like River:

Rocky

Inspired by Rocky Balboa.

Ranger

Gamekeeper; a rover or wanderer

Ripley

Sigourney weaver's character.

Rusty

Always slow-moving.

Shadow

Shade From Sun

Copper

a reddish-brown color resembling the color of polished copper

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