BoyWelsh
Rhys
REES
Popularity
#3622
rising
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Welsh
Total Births
14,396
Peak Year
#991 in 2023
First Recorded
1929
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
A Welsh name meaning 'ardor' or 'fiery'.
Numerology
5
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Rhys Ifans
Welsh actor
Personality Traits
PassionateBraveCharmingCreative
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