Rhys Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Rhys Name at a Glance

Name	Rhys
Meaning	Ardour; rashness.
Origin	Welsh
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Rhys Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Rhys means “Ardour; rashness”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Rhys Name Origin

Our database records Rhys under Welsh origin. Browse more Welsh baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Rhys a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Rhys is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Rhys

When considering Rhys for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.