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Rhys vs Bryce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#354
Total SSA Count
946
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rhys Rank #354
Bryce Rank #297

Bryce is more popular, ranked #297 vs #354 for Rhys.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhys or Bryce more popular?

Bryce is more popular, ranked #297 compared to Rhys at #354 in the United States.

What do Rhys and Bryce mean?

Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin). Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin).

Are Rhys and Bryce boy or girl names?

Rhys is primarily a boy name. Bryce is primarily a boy name.

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