Rising since 2014, #1,119 for girls today.
Popularity of Rhiannon since 1974
Babies named Rhiannon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 1,666 |
| 1980s | 3,276 |
| 1990s | 3,833 |
| 2000s | 4,075 |
| 2010s | 1,444 |
| 2020s | 1,245 |
Meaning & origin
Rhiannon entered the U.S. naming data in 1974 and enjoyed a surge in popularity during the 1990s. Its peak year was 1999, likely influenced by cultural references. Though its rank has since declined to 1119 in 2025, the name has been rising again since 2014, indicating a quiet revival. Approximately 1 in 7654 girls received the name in the latest year. The name is most popular in Kansas, Colorado, and Maryland, reflecting a regional preference for this Welsh mythological name.
Rhiannon is derived from the Welsh name Rigantona, meaning 'great queen'. In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon is a prominent figure, often associated with horses and the Otherworld. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world after being featured in the 1970s song 'Rhiannon' by Fleetwood Mac.
Where Rhiannon is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rhi, Ann, Non
Sibling names for Rhiannon
Names that share Rhiannon's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Bronwen, Ceridwen, Eira, Gwyneth, Megan, Enid, Gwen, Bronwyn, Glynis, Gwynne, Merideth, Bevin, Glynnis, Gwynn, Meredyth, Deryn, Glynna, Gweneth, Gwenith, Gwenlyn, Morganna, Rheanne, Romanda
Brothers: Dafydd, Emrys, Gareth, Llewelyn, Owen, Trevor, Dylon, Griffith, Mervyn, Rodrick, Vaughan, Delwyn, Ivor, Merwyn, Berwyn, Garreth, Lewellyn, Madoc, Taliesin, Urian, Garan, Myrick, Owain
Names like Rhiannon
Names whose popularity has moved with Rhiannon's over the last 50 years.
