Emrys vs Rhys

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emrys

Boy #1,144 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, not mortal"

Origin: Greek via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Celtic British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Rys

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emrys Rank #1,144
Rhys Rank #354

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 vs #1144 for Emrys.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emrys ___

  • Emrys Rhys
  • Emrys Llewellyn
  • Emrys Arthur
  • Emrys Owen
  • Emrys Finn
  • Emrys Caden

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 Emrys

Rhys Gwyneth Taliesin Elspeth Seren

If you choose Rhys

Seren Nia Cai Carys Bryn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emrys or Rhys more popular?

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 compared to Emrys at #1144 in the United States.

What do Emrys and Rhys mean?

Emrys means "immortal, not mortal" (Greek via Welsh origin). Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Emrys and Rhys boy or girl names?

Emrys is primarily a boy name. Rhys is primarily a boy name.

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