Holding steady.
Popularity of Riannon since 1977
Babies named Riannon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 78 |
| 1990s | 82 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Riannon is a modern spelling variant of the classic Welsh name Rhiannon. First recorded in the United States in 1977, this spelling peaked in popularity in 1987. While its usage remains relatively rare, the variant has shown remarkable stability over the decades, with a trajectory classified as stable, suggesting a steady if modest appeal among parents seeking a distinctively Welsh name. Though no top states are recorded for this spelling, the name is closely tied to Welsh heritage and mythology, offering a subtle connection to the legendary Queen Rhiannon of the Mabinogion.
Riannon is a variant spelling of the Welsh name Rhiannon, derived from the Old Celtic *Rīgantonā, meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen'. In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon is a prominent figure in the Mabinogion, associated with horses and sovereignty. The name gained wider usage outside Wales in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rhi, Anna, Non
Sibling names for Riannon
Names that share Riannon's style, for a brother or sister.
