How Many People Are Named Rhys?

14,396

people in the United States are named Rhys

1 in 23,270 people has this name

Popularity Rank

#2230

💎 Rare

Population Percentage

0.0043%

Of US population

Peak Year

2023

991 births

Trend

Stable

📖 Name Origin & Meaning

Origin: Welsh
Pronunciation: HREES (Welsh), REES (English)
Gender: Primarily Male

Meaning:

Means "enthusiasm" in Welsh. Several Welsh rulers have borne this name.

Related & Similar Names

⚧ Gender Distribution

Female
5.9%
Male
94.1%

This name is Primarily Male

👥 Age Distribution

Average Age: 11.5 years old

Young (<30) 13,535
94%
Adult (30–60) 668
4.6%
Senior (>60) 193
1.3%

📈 Popularity Over Time

Births per year from 1929 to 2024

📍 State-Wise Distribution

California 1,502
Texas 872
Pennsylvania 809
New York 756
Florida 587
Ohio 448
Illinois 433
Virginia 421
Washington 395
Michigan 374

💡 Fun Facts About "Rhys"

  • 989 babies were named Rhys in 2024
  • Most popular in the year 2023
  • Currently stable in popularity
  • First recorded in 1929
  • Most popular in California

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