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I am a sort of traditionalist. I prefer more common names, but I think River is lovely. It has the added benefit of, when she is looking for a job, there won't be any discrimination over her gender. When you hear names like River, Jordan, and Taylor, it could be anyone. It's nice. I prefer River Olivia- because it means 'peaceful river'- but also the double 'iv' and that it has a bit of class about it! My parents gave me the name 'Catherine' but spelled an Irish way (don't ask), and people always misspell it, then say 'well, no, I have it correct.' Just don't go crazy and make her name, like, Ryyvir or something. I think River is a little hippy-ish, but in a good way.