Rhys vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh British Australian

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Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Welsh English American

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Rhys Rank #354

Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #354 for Rhys.

Is Rhys or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Rhys at #354 in the United States.

What do Rhys and Ellis mean?

Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Rhys and Ellis boy or girl names?

Rhys is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.