Ria
ree-uh
US Popularity:4239
Origin:Spanish
Meaning:Small river; River mouth; Rebellious; Bitter; Star of the sea; Beloved; Wished-for child
Ria is a girl's name of Spanish origin, meaning "small river" or "river mouth." Much like the tranquil waters of a flowing stream, baby Ria is likely to carve out their own path in life. With their innate calm and sense of place, they will be inspired to go with the flow while navigating obstacles that arise along the way. Ria is also a diminutive of Maria, adding to its appeal by offering you a short and sweet version of a timeless classic. Maria has a variety of meanings, from endearing translations like "star of the sea," "beloved," or "wished-for child," to edgier meanings like "rebellious" or "bitter." With a short, sweet name like Ria, baby is going to have plenty of inspiration.
Ria Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ria is currently #1074 on The Bump
Girl:Ria is currently #485 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ria is currently #4239 in U.S. births
Girl:Ria is currently #1506 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#4239
in 2022
+ 33
from 2021
Sources
WordSense, Meaning of Ria
WordSense, Meaning of ria
Online Etymology Dictionary, ria (n.), August 2021
Behind the Name, Ria, December 2022
WordSense, Meaning of ría
Online Etymology Dictionary, Mary, December 2022
Behind the Name, Mary, January 2022
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