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Bookmark or Share- Meaning, origin and history of the name Rhys - Behind the NameMeaning & History. From Old Welsh Ris, probably meaning "ardour, enthusiasm". Several Welsh rulers have borne this name, including the 12th-century Rhys ap Gruffydd who fought against the invading Normans.
- Rhys - Baby Name Meaning, Origin, and PopularityRhys Origin and Meaning. The name Rhys is a boy's name of Welsh origin meaning "ardor". There's Rhys and there's Reese (now more popular for girls) and there's Reece, and we particularly like the traditional Welsh spelling, which entered the list in 2004, possibly influenced by Jonathan Rhys Meyers, of The Tudors, and Welsh-born actor Rhys Ifans.
- Rhys - WikipediaRhys. Look up Rhys in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Rhys or Rhŷs is a popular Welsh given name (usually male) that is famous in Welsh history and is also used as a surname. It originates from Deheubarth, an old region of South West Wales, with famous kings such as Rhys ap Tewdwr .
- Rhys: Name Meaning, Popularity and Info on BabyNames.comRhys is currently #34 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts. Rhys is currently #426 in U.S. births. The name Rhys is primarily a male name of Welsh origin that means Passion, Enthusiasm. Click through to find out more information about the name Rhys on BabyNames.com.
- Rhys Name Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity | MomJunctionRhys is a striking masculine given name with deep roots in Welsh heritage. It is highly favored for boys and can also be spelled as Rhŷs in its Welsh form. Derived from the Old Welsh name Ris, its meaning encompasses qualities such as ‘ardor,’ ‘enthusiasm,’ or ‘fiery warrior ( 1 ).’.
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