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Updated November 23, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Rhys

  • Gender: Male
  • Origin: Welsh
  • Meaning: Passion, Enthusiasm

What is the meaning of the name Rhys?

The name Rhys is primarily a male name of Welsh origin that means Passion, Enthusiasm.

Matthew Rhys, actor. Jonathan Rhys Meyers, actor.

People who like the name Rhys also like:

Owen, Finn, Henry, Oliver, Declan, Asher, Liam, Olivia, Ava, Amelia, Charlotte, Scarlett, Violet, Isla

Names like Rhys:

Rayssa, Rike, Rex, Roza, Roach, Rach, Rosie, Regis, Rox, Rasia, Rasha, Rekha, Rich, Rico, Razi, Ryosuke, Risha, Riku, Rogue, Raj, Rush, Rajiya, Rishi, Raghu, Rossa, Roux, Rose, Royko, Royce, Roja

Celebrity Babies with this Name:

Rhys Edward McIntyre - son of Joey McIntyre and Barrett McIntyre , born 2009

Stats for the Name Rhys

checkmark Rhys is currently #34 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Rhys is currently #426 in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Rhys:

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1. Difficult pronunciation for non-Welsh speakers.
2. Potential confusion with similar-sounding names like Reese or Reece.
3. Limited availability of personalized items with the name Rhys.
4. Possible misspelling or mispronunciation by others.
5. Lack of familiarity or recognition in some cultures or regions.