Rhys

Meaning of Rhys

Rhys means "ardor" or "fiery." It can also mean "enthusiasm".

Rhys has Welsh roots — browse every Welsh baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Rhys

Rhys has cooled off, slipping to #412 in 2025, down from a peak of #353 in 2023.

Notable people named Rhys

• Rhys Ifans
  Welsh actor and musician
• Rhys Darby
  New Zealand actor and comedian
• Rhys Coiro
  American actor
• Rhys Wakefield
  Australian actor
• Rhys Thomas
  Welsh television director

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Questions about the name Rhys

What does the name Rhys mean?

Rhys means rhys means "ardor" or "fiery." it can also mean "enthusiasm", and it comes from Welsh origins.

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

Rhys is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Rhys?

In 2025, Rhys ranked #412 for boys, down from #354 the year before.

When was Rhys most popular?

Rhys peaked at #353 in 2023.