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Rhys

Rhys is a boy name of Welsh origin, meaning Enthusiasm, ardour.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginWelsh
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#387

What does Rhys mean?

Enthusiasm, ardour

How popular is Rhys?

Rhys has been given to 10,800 babies in the United States since 1929, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 2,230 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Rhys per year in the United States, 1929–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
10,800 Babies named since 1929
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Rhys

What does the name Rhys mean?

Rhys means Enthusiasm, ardour. It is of Welsh origin.

Is Rhys a boy's or a girl's name?

Rhys is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Rhys?

Rhys has been given to 10,800 babies in the United States since 1929, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.