Rhea is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #616 in 2024 with 484 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 577 births ranking #526. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 483.1%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 3,333 girls born was named Rhea. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Rhea is a striking mythological name with an elegant, airy sound. Its exact ancient meaning is not fully settled, though flowing or stream-related explanations are often cited.
Known from Greek mythology, Rhea has returned in modern naming through the popularity of short classical names with a luminous feel. It sounds both ancient and surprisingly modern.