Rhaenyra
ray-neer-uh
US Popularity:3519
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Sanskrit
Meaning:Flowing; To express
Rhaenyra is a name that evokes images of sparkling rivers and gently trickling streams. Its power is derived from its constance, witha definition of "flowing," coming from its sister name Rhae. It's a name of at least two origins, Greek and Sanskrit. Greece is where the "flowing" definition can be found, whereas Sanksrit is associated with the name Nirah meaning "to express." Baby will feel suited to a life of grace and strength with a name like Rhaenyra.
How Popular Is The Name Rhaenyra?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Rhaenyra is currently #2335 on The Bump
Girl:Rhaenyra is currently #1609 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Rhaenyra is currently #3519 in U.S. births
Girl:Rhaenyra is currently #1929 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#1929
in 2024
- 287
from 2023
Sources
Siobhan Thomas (2012) Best Baby Names for 2013, pg. 316
Behind the Name, Rhea, June 2023
Wisdom Library, Nirah
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