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Rhyse

♂ Boy

Pronounced REESE /ˈris/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Rhys/Reese — from Welsh, 'ardor; enthusiasm; fiery; a fiery warrior'Low

In 30 seconds: Ardor; enthusiasm; fiery: Rhyse spells Rhys. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'REESE').

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Origin LowWelsh

MeaningA spelling of Rhys/Reese — from Welsh, 'ardor; enthusiasm; fiery; a fiery warrior'

U.S. rank (2025)#9517 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 234

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rhyse is a spelling of Rhys/Reese — from Welsh, 'ardor; enthusiasm; fiery; a fiery warrior' (borne by medieval Welsh princes, including Rhys ap Gruffydd). A crisp, classic name (said 'REESE').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Rhys. Rare in this form, ardor-and-fiery at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Rhys means 'ardor; enthusiasm; fiery; a fiery warrior' in Welsh (medieval Welsh princes) — Rhyse is a spelling, crisp and classic (said 'REESE').

Overall data confidence 44%

References — Rhys — Welsh etymology

Variations

RhysReeseReece

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rhyse mean?

Rhyse spells Rhys/Reese — Welsh 'ardor; enthusiasm; fiery; a fiery warrior'.

How do you pronounce Rhyse?

It's said REESE /ˈris/ — one syllable.

Is Rhyse a boy or girl name?

Rhyse is a boy's name.

How popular is Rhyse?

Rhyse is a very rare spelling in the U.S.