Rhiannon

Rhiannon: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameWelsh origin

Meaning and origin of Rhiannon

  • A female given name from Welsh.

How popular is Rhiannon?

210U.S. babies in 2025
#418peak rank (1977)
15,544babies since 1880

Since 1880, 15,539 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Rhiannon (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #418 in 1977. Its highest rank for boys was #7141 in 1982. In 2025, 210 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Rhiannon FAQ

What does the name Rhiannon mean?

A female given name from Welsh.

What is the origin of the name Rhiannon?

Rhiannon is listed as a name of Welsh origin.

How popular is the name Rhiannon?

Since 1880, 15,539 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Rhiannon (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #418 in 1977. Its highest rank for boys was #7141 in 1982. In 2025, 210 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Rhiannon a boy or girl name?

Rhiannon is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 15,539 girls and 5 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.