#3542024 rank
2024peak year
12,219babies named Rhys since 1880
▲ +37%5-year trend
Rhys popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Rhys mean?
A classic Welsh name from ris, 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm', borne by medieval Welsh princes. Standard in Wales for centuries, it now has fresh international appeal.
OriginWelsh
Syllables1
Genderboy
Styleclassic, modern
Names like Rhys
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Famous Rhyss
- Rhys Ifans, actor
Spellings & variants
ReeseReece
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