Riverlynn
A feminine name derived from river and lynn, meaning "a beautiful meadow by the river".
Name Census estimates that about 738 living Americans carry the first name Riverlynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Riverlynn today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Riverlynn births was 2022 (190 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Riverlynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
738
~ 1 in 464,437 Americans
Peak year
2022
190 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,180
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Riverlynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Riverlynn from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 623 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Riverlynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Riverlynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Riverlynns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 20 states and territories. Texas, Missouri, Georgia recorded the most babies named Riverlynn, while South Carolina, Kansas, Colorado recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Riverlynn
The name Riverlynn is a relatively modern construction that combines the words "river" and "lynn". It is not derived from any particular language or ancient culture, but rather reflects a more recent trend of creating new names with natural themes and meanings.
The word "river" has its origins in the Latin word "rivus", meaning a small stream or brook. It has been used in English since at least the 13th century to refer to a large, natural stream of water flowing in a channel towards the sea, a lake, or another river. The word "lynn" is an older English word derived from the Celtic word "llyn", meaning a lake, pond, or pool.
While the specific combination of "Riverlynn" does not appear to have any historical references or mentions in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the individual components have been used in various contexts throughout history. For example, the Roman poet Virgil wrote about rivers in his works, and bodies of water like rivers and lakes have been important in many cultures and religions, often associated with themes of life, sustenance, and spiritual cleansing.
As a modern name, Riverlynn does not have a long history of use or famous bearers from centuries past. However, here are a few notable individuals who have carried the name in more recent times:
1. Riverlynn Simone (born in 1998), an American actress and model known for her work in television and film.
2. Riverlynn Jacobs (born in 1992), a Canadian artist and illustrator whose works have been featured in various galleries and exhibitions.
3. Riverlynn Taylor (born in 1985), an Australian writer and poet whose debut collection of poetry was published in 2012.
4. Riverlynn Cartwright (born in 1978), an American entrepreneur and founder of a successful eco-friendly clothing company.
5. Riverlynn Wilkins (born in 1972), a British environmental activist and advocate for sustainable living practices.
While these examples provide a glimpse into the use of the name Riverlynn in modern times, it is important to note that this name remains relatively uncommon and does not have a long historical lineage or cultural significance like many traditional names.
People
Riverlynn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Riverlynn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Riverlynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Riverlynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 738 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Riverlynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 464,437 US residents.
Is Riverlynn a common name?
We classify Riverlynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 742 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Riverlynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Riverlynn was 2022, when 190 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Riverlynn is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Riverlynn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Riverlynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Riverlynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Riverlynn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Riverlynn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Riverlynn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Riverlynn as a first name?
See how many people share the name Riverlynn on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.