Rhett

Rhett is a English boy's name. An English surname derived from "cheerful". Its Southern charm and literary connections have a romantic, gentlemanly quality.

How popular is Rhett in the United States?

In 2024, 2,134 boys in the United States were named Rhett, making it the 174th most popular boy's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 340th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2021, with 2,554 births.

Records for Rhett go back to 1917, and 34,953 babies have been given the name since.

What Rhett means and where it comes from

An English surname derived from "cheerful". Its Southern charm and literary connections have a romantic, gentlemanly quality. English variant of surname that means "advice" or "counsel." Has literary connections through Gone with the Wind.

Rhett is of English origin, described as southern in style.

Is Rhett a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Rhett went to 12 girls and 2,134 boys — 99% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Rhett

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rhett mean?

An English surname derived from "cheerful". Its Southern charm and literary connections have a romantic, gentlemanly quality.

Where does the name Rhett come from?

Rhett is of English origin, and is usually described as southern in style.

How popular is Rhett in the United States?

In 2024, 2,134 boys in the United States were named Rhett, making it the 174th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Rhett a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Rhett went to 12 girls and 2,134 boys — 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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