Meaning, origin and history of the name Rhys

Gender Masculine

Pronounced Pron. REES

Meaning & History

Means "enthusiasm" in Welsh. Several Welsh rulers have borne this name, including the 12th-century Rhys ap Gruffydd who fought against the invading Normans.

Related Names

VariantsReece, Rees, Reese(Welsh) Reese(English)

Surname DescendantsPrice, Pryce, Reece, Rees, Reese, Rice(Welsh)

Popularity

People think this name is

classic upper class natural wholesome strong refined strange serious nerdy

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Entry updated February 28, 2019