ThinkabaraRhiannon: meaning and origin
Rhiannon
“Great queen; a figure in Welsh legend”
About the name Rhiannon
Rhiannon is a girl’s name from the Welsh tradition. Its meaning is “great queen; a figure in Welsh legend”. Names from Welsh, with roots in Celtic legend — like Rhys, Megan, Gwen and Dylan.
It’s a classic: a name that has been used for generations and still feels fresh.
More names with a similar meaning: royal names: king, queen and noble.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
More Welsh names
- Bronwyn 👧White breast; fair one · Welsh
- Ellis 🧒Kind, benevolent · Welsh
- Gwen 👧White, fair, blessed · Welsh
- Megan 👧Pearl; a Welsh form of Margaret · Welsh
- Morgan 🧒Sea-born, sea circle · Welsh
- Reese 🧒Enthusiasm; an English spelling of Rhys · Welsh
- Seren 👧Star · Welsh
Sibling name ideas (Welsh, boys)
- Arthur 👦Bear; the legendary King Arthur · Welsh
- Dylan 👦Son of the sea · Welsh
- Evan 👦God is gracious; a Welsh form of John · Welsh
- Gareth 👦Gentle; a knight of King Arthur · Welsh
- Owen 👦Well-born, noble · Welsh
- Rhett 👦Enthusiasm; also from a Dutch surname · Welsh
- Rhys 👦Enthusiasm, ardor · Welsh
- Tristan 👦Tumult, noise; a hero of Arthurian legend · Welsh
More girl names starting with R
- Rachel 👧Ewe, a female sheep · Hebrew
- Rebecca 👧To tie, bind · Hebrew
- Rose 👧The rose flower · Latin
- Ruby 👧The red gemstone · Latin
- Ruth 👧Friend, companion · Hebrew
Questions and answers
What does the name Rhiannon mean?
Rhiannon is a name of Welsh origin. It means: great queen; a figure in Welsh legend.
Is Rhiannon a boy or girl name?
Rhiannon is usually given to girls.
How many syllables does Rhiannon have?
Rhiannon has 8 letters and about 2 syllables.