Rhianna

“Derived from 'Rhiain', meaning 'maiden'.”

Wales origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6868US 2023

17Births / yr

↓Falling

5.7kAll-time births

📅 Since 197600.03% of births at peak

How to pronounce Rhianna

ree-an-ə

/ree-an-ə/ · · 2 syllables

“Derived from 'Rhiain', meaning 'maiden'.”

Wales origin · Girl name

What does Rhianna mean and where does it come from?

Rhianna is of Welsh origin and is derived from the name Rhiain, meaning 'maiden' or 'a young girl'. The name has gained international fame largely due to the Barbadian singer Rihanna, who has popularized the name around the world. The name can be spelled in several other ways, including Rihanna, whi

Cultural significance

Rhianna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Wales-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'rhiain', meaning 'maiden'..

Peak popularity

Reached #607 in 2007 — currently #6868 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Rhianna?

Rhianna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Rhianna Grace

How popular is Rhianna right now?

Falling — down 709 spots — currently #6868 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#6868 · Top 5.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6868	17	▼ down 709 · -15% births
2022	#6159	20	▲ up 2713 · +67% births
2021	#8872	12	▼ down 1912 · -25% births
2020	#6960	16	▼ down 2876 · -56% births
2015	#4084	36	▼ down 2677 · -78% births
2010	#1407	163	▼ down 200 · -14% births
2005	#1207	190	▼ down 228 · -12% births
2000	#979	217	▲ up 201 · +49% births
1995	#1180	146	▲ up 487 · +64% births
1990	#1667	89	▲ up 41 · +31% births
1985	#1708	68	▼ down 345 · -27% births
1980	#1363	93	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rhianna

Best Year2000Rank #979

Peak Count217

Average Rank#3538

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Rhianna

Rhianna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 5,688 total births recorded, Rhianna remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1363 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6868 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rhianna in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

Rhianna by decade

Rhianna peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	321
1980s	721
1990s	1,414
2000s ★	2,633
2010s	583
2020s	16

💎With 5,688 total births, Rhianna is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Rhianna?

Common

RhiRhiaRhiieRhiyAnna

What names sound and feel like Rhianna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Rhianna also consider these

Rhionna

Wales · ruler

Rhiyanna

American · A modern invented

Rhiannah

Wales · great queen, goddess

American · Combination of Tia,

Chianna

American · Italian

Rhyanna

English · A flowery name,

How is Rhianna written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Rhianna

What does the name Rhianna mean?

Rhianna means "Derived from 'Rhiain', meaning 'maiden'." — a name rooted in Wales tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Rhianna?

Rhianna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Rhianna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Rhianna?

Rhianna originates from Wales tradition. Wales names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Rhianna trending right now?

Rhianna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Rhianna a common or rare name?

Rhianna is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.