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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Traditionally reconstructed as 'great queen' or 'divine queen', name of a major figure in Welsh mythology
- Origin
- Welsh
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ree-AN-un
Rhiannon comes from Wales, pronounced ree-AN-un (IPA /riˈænən), and is traditionally reconstructed to mean 'great queen' or 'divine queen.' It's also the name of a major figure in Welsh mythology, so choosing it means choosing a name with a specific story attached.
Meaning & Origin of Rhiannon
Meaning: Traditionally reconstructed as 'great queen' or 'divine queen', name of a major figure in Welsh mythology.
Origin: Welsh.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Rhiannon
ree-AN-unIPA /riˈænən/
Popularity of Rhiannon
Rhiannon peaked at #418 on the SSA list in 1977, when 491 girls were given the name, then fell to #1310 by 2024 with just 175 babies named Rhiannon that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Rhiannon mean?
Traditionally reconstructed as ‘great queen’ or ‘divine queen’, name of a major figure in Welsh mythology. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rhiannon?
Rhiannon is pronounced ree-AN-un (IPA: /riˈænən/).
Is Rhiannon a popular name right now?
Rhiannon peaked at #418 in 1977 and is ranked #1310 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1974–2024.)
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