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Rhiannon

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Rhiannon is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “A Welsh name meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen'. In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon is a goddess of fertility, horses, and sovereignty.”. It currently ranks #1310 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1999.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginWelsh

What Rhiannon Means

A Welsh name meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen'. In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon is a goddess of fertility, horses, and sovereignty.

The Story of Rhiannon

This name whispers of ancient magic and regal power, a divine presence from Welsh myth destined for your daughter.

Rhiannon is a name steeped in the mists of Welsh mythology, meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen.' She is the central figure in the Third Branch of the Mabinogion, a goddess associated with horses, fertility, and sovereignty. The name has traveled from ancient Celtic lore, carried through oral traditions and later literature, its resonance growing with each retelling.

To speak 'Rhiannon' is to invoke a sense of majestic grace and untamed spirit. It’s a name that feels like a song, hinting at a daughter with a creative soul and an independent heart. You imagine her, a young queen in her own right, her name a beautiful declaration of her inner strength.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rhiannon Davies

    Welsh opera singer

  • Stevie Nicks' song, 'Rhiannon'

    Popular song named after the Welsh legend

Personality Traits

MysteriousCreativeIndependentStrong

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#651 in 1999

Total Births

15,330

First Recorded

1974

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