Rhett Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationret / /rɛt/English; Welsh
Meaning
English: advice; Welsh: from the red-haired one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rhett gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with the character Rhett Butler from Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind.' The name has a strong, masculine sound and is sometimes considered a modern classic. Its use has been influenced by literature and film.
Trend Summary
Rhett has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rhettson
International Variants
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Famous people named Rhett
Rhett Akins is an American country music singer and songwriter known for his hit songs and contributions to the genre.
Rhett Miller is the lead singer of the alternative country band Old 97's and has released several solo albums.
Fictional characters named Rhett
Rhett Butler is a central character in 'Gone with the Wind,' known for his complex relationship with Scarlett O'Hara.
Rhett is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his humorous antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rhett was first seen in the United States in 1917. Rhett has ranked as high as #252 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Rhett has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rhett (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 198 | |
| OH | 94 | |
| GA | 93 | |
| NC | 93 | |
| IN | 92 | |
| TN | 82 | |
| FL | 80 | |
| CA | 79 | |
| MI | 71 | |
| MO | 70 | |
| IL | 69 | |
| WI | 67 | |
| PA | 66 | |
| SC | 60 | |
| MN | 58 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 27 |
| 1941 | 26 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 31 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 25 |
| 1952 | 38 |
| 1953 | 40 |
| 1954 | 44 |
| 1955 | 77 |
| 1956 | 61 |
| 1957 | 45 |
| 1958 | 81 |
| 1959 | 62 |
| 1960 | 66 |
| 1961 | 105 |
| 1962 | 100 |
| 1963 | 98 |
| 1964 | 107 |
| 1965 | 67 |
| 1966 | 85 |
| 1967 | 81 |
| 1968 | 115 |
| 1969 | 151 |
| 1970 | 159 |
| 1971 | 155 |
| 1972 | 139 |
| 1973 | 118 |
| 1974 | 136 |
| 1975 | 142 |
| 1976 | 132 |
| 1977 | 202 |
| 1978 | 172 |
| 1979 | 166 |
| 1980 | 153 |
| 1981 | 148 |
| 1982 | 151 |
| 1983 | 146 |
| 1984 | 121 |
| 1985 | 155 |
| 1986 | 113 |
| 1987 | 170 |
| 1988 | 159 |
| 1989 | 161 |
| 1990 | 150 |
| 1991 | 138 |
| 1992 | 189 |
| 1993 | 173 |
| 1994 | 186 |
| 1995 | 240 |
| 1996 | 290 |
| 1997 | 292 |
| 1998 | 279 |
| 1999 | 237 |
| 2000 | 264 |
| 2001 | 239 |
| 2002 | 279 |
| 2003 | 283 |
| 2004 | 269 |
| 2005 | 298 |
| 2006 | 330 |
| 2007 | 332 |
| 2008 | 354 |
| 2009 | 373 |
| 2010 | 411 |
| 2011 | 447 |
| 2012 | 520 |
| 2013 | 688 |
| 2014 | 977 |
| 2015 | 1,341 |
| 2016 | 1,768 |
| 2017 | 2,201 |
| 2018 | 2,313 |
| 2019 | 2,391 |
| 2020 | 2,350 |
| 2021 | 2,538 |
| 2022 | 2,498 |
| 2023 | 2,186 |
| 2024 | 2,134 |