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girl name · Welsh origin

Rhiannon

/ ree-AN-on /
Girl Welsh 3 syllables
Meaning
Rhiannon means Great queen (Welsh).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Welsh
Pronunciation
ree-AN-on
Popularity
#1119 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Rhiannon in the US, 1880–2025
198020002020

Rhiannon first appears in US records in 1974. It peaked in 1999, when 651 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 210.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

What does Rhiannon mean?

Rhiannon means “great queen” or “divine queen”; she is a radiant figure of Welsh legend.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rhiannon mean?

Rhiannon means Great queen. Rhiannon means “great queen” or “divine queen”; she is a radiant figure of Welsh legend.

What is the origin of the name Rhiannon?

Rhiannon is of Welsh origin.

How do you pronounce Rhiannon?

Rhiannon is pronounced “ree-AN-on.”

Is Rhiannon a boy or a girl name?

Rhiannon is most commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Rhiannon?

In 2025, Rhiannon ranked #1119 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Rhiannon most popular?

Rhiannon was most popular in 1999, when about 651 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.