Welsh girl name
Rhian Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Rhian means maiden. From the Welsh word rhian, meaning maiden
Rhian is a short Welsh girl's name taken from an old word meaning maiden. It may also be heard as a short form of Rhiannon, though it is a separate word in its own right. The name is popular in Wales and has a clean, quick sound that suits modern tastes. It is easy to say once you know the Welsh rh sounds like a breathy r. Rhian pairs well with a longer middle name, and it has a quiet, graceful feeling.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Rhian
RianRhiannRhianne
Rhian popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2010 Rhian ranked #910 in Ireland (3 babies) and #10,928 in the US (9 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (girls)United States (girls)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rhian mean?
Rhian means "maiden". From the Welsh word rhian, meaning maiden.
How do you pronounce Rhian?
Rhian is pronounced REE-an.
What is the origin of Rhian?
Rhian is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh word rhian, meaning maiden.