Rising since 2010, #2,390 for boys today.
Popularity of Riven since 2008
Babies named Riven per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 6 |
| 2010s | 89 | 82 |
| 2020s | 112 | 224 |
Meaning & origin
Riven is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2008. Its origin is uncertain, but it may be derived from the English word 'riven' meaning 'split or torn apart', or it could be a creative variant of similar-sounding names. The name has been rising in popularity since 2010, and in 2025 it reached its peak rank of 2,390, with about 1 in every 29,966 newborns given the name. Riven is used as a unisex name, though it is most common in Texas. Its modern, nature-inspired sound fits with contemporary naming trends.
Riven is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2008. Its origin is uncertain, but it may be derived from the English word 'riven', meaning 'split or torn apart', or could be a creative respelling of names like Rivanna or Rivena. There is no known historical or traditional usage.
Where Riven is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Riven
Names that share Riven's style, for a brother or sister.
