Rhaenyra Girl
Origin(s)
High Valyrian; English
Meaning
Queen (High Valyrian); derived from Rhaegar (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Rhaenyra is a name from the fictional language High Valyrian, created by George R.R. Martin for his 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series. In this context, it is associated with themes of royalty and power. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking cultures due to its popularity in the series.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Rhaena
- Rhaenys
International Variants
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Famous people named Rhaenyra
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Fictional characters named Rhaenyra
Rhaenyra Targaryen — A Song of Ice and Fire.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rhaenyra was first seen in the United States in 2022. Rhaenyra has ranked as high as #1249 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, New York, Arizona, and California. In the past 5 years the name Rhaenyra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rhaenyra (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 127 |
| 2024 | 103 |