Charlotte vs Rhys

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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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Rhys Rank #354

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #354 for Rhys.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Rhys ___

  • Rhys Owen
  • Rhys Liam
  • Rhys David
  • Rhys Morgan
  • Rhys Evan
  • Rhys Gareth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Rhys

Seren Nia Cai Carys Bryn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Rhys more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rhys at #354 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Rhys mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Charlotte and Rhys boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Rhys is primarily a boy name.

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