Names Starting With R
BoyWelsh#228 in 2025
Rhett
Rhett is a boys' name of Welsh origin meaning “Advice or counsel.” It ranked #228 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
REHT
meaning & origin
The name Rhett means “Advice or counsel.” It comes from the Welsh language tradition.
Derived from a Dutch surname meaning advice, or possibly from the Welsh 'Rhys.' Rhett Butler, the charismatic hero of Gone with the Wind, firmly established this name in American popular culture.
popularity over time
#2902020
#2712021
#2552022
#2402023
#2282024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #228 |
| 2023 | #240 |
| 2022 | #255 |
| 2021 | #271 |
| 2020 | #290 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Rhett
- Rhett Butler (fictional)
- Rhett McLaughlin
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