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Rhaenys

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Pronounced RAY-nis /ˈreɪ.nɪs/Medium

Meaning: An invented Targaryen name from George R. R. Martin's world (Game of Thrones / House of the Dragon), borne by several Targaryen princesses. A fictional coinage, noted honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A fantasy name: Rhaenys is a Targaryen name from Game of Thrones (said 'RAY-nis'). Striking and invented.
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Origin LowFictional
MeaningAn invented Targaryen name from George R. R. Martin's world (Game of Thrones / House of the Dragon), borne by several Targaryen princesses. A fictional coinage, noted honestly.
U.S. rank (2024)#17110
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Rhaenys is a fictional Targaryen name, with no traditional etymology. It reads striking and dramatic — very rare in the U.S. (said 'RAY-nis').

It appears only very rarely in the U.S. Rare, dramatic, and invented.

Did you know? Rhaenys is an invented Targaryen name from George R. R. Martin's world — carried by several Targaryen princesses in Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon — a fictional coinage, noted honestly (said 'RAY-nis').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Rhaenys — fictional Targaryen name

Variations

RaenysRhaenyssRhaenis

Nicknames

RhaeNys

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rhaenys mean?

Rhaenys is an invented Targaryen name from Game of Thrones; it has no traditional etymology.

How do you pronounce Rhaenys?

It's said RAY-nis /ˈreɪ.nɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rhaenys a boy or girl name?

Rhaenys is a girl's name.

How popular is Rhaenys?

Rhaenys is an extremely rare name in the U.S.

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