Rhett Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated June 7, 2024
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Fact: Rhett gained popularity due to the character Rhett Butler in the classic novel “Gone with the Wind.”

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A Deep Dive

Rhett Overview

Meaning

Advice, to speak

Gender

Boy

Origin

Dutch, Latin

Etymology

Derived from the Dutch surname “de Raedt,” meaning “advice” or “counsel.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/rɛt/

Popularity

Rhett is a name that has gained popularity, especially in English-speaking countries, due to its association with popular culture. Recently, Rhett has ranked within the top 200 names for boys in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

5 letters

Numerology

8 (Practical, Ambitious, Materialistic)

Name Styles

Short, Cool, Modern

Associated Traits

Charismatic, independent, confident
A Deep Dive

Rhett Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Everett, Rhettley, Rhys, Rhetton, Brett, Brettley

Common Nicknames

Rhettie, Rhettie-boy, Rhettie-pie, Rhettster, Rhettey

Diminutives

Rhetty, Rett, Retty, Retto

Famous People

  • Rhett Akins
    (American Country Singer)
  • Rhett Reese
    (American Screenwriter)
  • Rhett McLaughlin
    (American YouTuber)
  • Rhett Titus
    (American Professional Wrestler)
  • Rhett Forrester
    (American Singer)
  • Rhett Harty
    (American Soccer Player)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Rhett Butler
    ("Gone with the Wind," Film)
  • "Rhett & Link"
    (YouTube Channel)
  • Rhett Abbott
    ("Outer Range," TV Series)
  • Rhett
    ("Bloodline," TV Series)
  • Rhett Reese
    ("Deadpool," Film)
  • Rhett Davies
    ("Roxy Music," Album)

Places

  • Rhett City
    (Alabama, USA)
  • Rhett Park
    (Texas, USA)
  • Rhett River
    (South Carolina, USA)
  • Rhett Lake
    (British Columbia, Canada)
  • Rhett Island
    (Georgia, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Rhett?

Rhett means “advice” or “counsel,” often linked to those who are seen as wise and dependable. Individuals named Rhett are typically perceived as strong, insightful, and thoughtful, with a knack for giving sound guidance.

What Is the Origin of The Name Rhett?

The name Rhett originates from the Dutch surname “de Raedt.” It was later adapted into the English-speaking world, gaining popularity through literary and cultural references, such as the character Rhett Butler from “Gone with the Wind.”

Rhett Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Rhett in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1492021#1512022#1652023
Top 3 Rankings#1492021#1512022#1592020

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Rhett

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023165
(-14 from 2022)
2183
(-312 from 2022)
0.11921
2022151
(-2 from 2021)
2495
(-43 from 2021)
0.13321
2021149
(+10 from 2020)
2538
(+188 from 2020)
0.13546
2020159
(+7 from 2019)
2350
(-40 from 2019)
0.12705
2019166
(+1 from 2018)
2390
(+77 from 2018)
0.12436
2018167
(+13 from 2017)
2313
(+113 from 2017)
0.11900
2017180
(+40 from 2016)
2200
(+433 from 2016)
0.11116
2016220
(+56 from 2015)
1767
(+426 from 2015)
0.08723
2015276
(+64 from 2014)
1341
(+364 from 2014)
0.06559
2014340
(+85 from 2013)
977
(+289 from 2013)
0.04768
2013425
(+83 from 2012)
688
(+168 from 2012)
0.03405
2012508
(+55 from 2011)
520
(+73 from 2011)
0.02563
2011563
(+43 from 2010)
447
(+36 from 2010)
0.02200
2010606
(+53 from 2009)
411
(+38 from 2009)
0.02001
2009659
(+24 from 2008)
373
(+19 from 2008)
0.01759
2008683
(+20 from 2007)
354
(+22 from 2007)
0.01624
2007703
(-20 from 2006)
332
(+2 from 2006)
0.01499
2006683
(+10 from 2005)
330
(+32 from 2005)
0.01505
2005693
(+20 from 2004)
298
(+29 from 2004)
0.01401
2004713
(-29 from 2003)
269
(-14 from 2003)
0.01273
2003684
(-15 from 2002)
283
(+4 from 2002)
0.01347
2002669
(+59 from 2001)
279
(+40 from 2001)
0.01350
2001728
(-53 from 2000)
239
(-25 from 2000)
0.01155
2000675
(+31 from 1999)
264
(+27 from 1999)
0.01264
1999706
(-69 from 1998)
237
(-42 from 1998)
0.01162
1998637
(-32 from 1997)
279
(-13 from 1997)
0.01376
1997605
(+4 from 1996)
292
(+2 from 1996)
0.01462
1996609
(+74 from 1995)
290
(+50 from 1995)
0.01447
1995683
(+89 from 1994)
240
(+54 from 1994)
0.01193
1994772
(+32 from 1993)
186
(+13 from 1993)
0.00913
1993804
(-52 from 1992)
173
(-16 from 1992)
0.00838
1992752
(+146 from 1991)
189
(+51 from 1991)
0.00900
1991898
(-58 from 1990)
138
(-12 from 1990)
0.00651
1990840
(-58 from 1989)
150
(-11 from 1989)
0.00697
1989782
(-31 from 1988)
161
(+2 from 1988)
0.00768
1988751
(-53 from 1987)
159
(-11 from 1987)
0.00794
1987698
(+156 from 1986)
170
(+57 from 1986)
0.00872
1986854
(-145 from 1985)
113
(-42 from 1985)
0.00588
1985709
(+84 from 1984)
155
(+34 from 1984)
0.00805
1984793
(-85 from 1983)
121
(-25 from 1983)
0.00645
1983708
No change from 1982
146
(-5 from 1982)
0.00783
1982708
(+2 from 1981)
151
(+3 from 1981)
0.00800
1981710
(-9 from 1980)
148
(-5 from 1980)
0.00795
1980701
(-37 from 1979)
153
(-13 from 1979)
0.00825
1979664
(-28 from 1978)
166
(-6 from 1978)
0.00927
1978636
(-41 from 1977)
172
(-30 from 1977)
0.01007
1977595
(+134 from 1976)
202
(+70 from 1976)
0.01182
1976729
(-31 from 1975)
132
(-10 from 1975)
0.00809
1975698
(+7 from 1974)
142
(+6 from 1974)
0.00875
1974705
(+32 from 1973)
136
(+18 from 1973)
0.00834
1973737
(-56 from 1972)
118
(-21 from 1972)
0.00731
1972681
(-20 from 1971)
139
(-16 from 1971)
0.00830
1971661
(-14 from 1970)
155
(-4 from 1970)
0.00853
1970647
(-3 from 1969)
159
(+8 from 1969)
0.00835
1969644
(+59 from 1968)
151
(+36 from 1968)
0.00826
1968703
(+102 from 1967)
115
(+34 from 1967)
0.00648
1967805
(-20 from 1966)
81
(-4 from 1966)
0.00455
1966785
(+111 from 1965)
85
(+18 from 1965)
0.00468
1965896
(-154 from 1964)
67
(-40 from 1964)
0.00354
1964742
(+29 from 1963)
107
(+9 from 1963)
0.00528
1963771
(-8 from 1962)
98
(-2 from 1962)
0.00475
1962763
(-13 from 1961)
100
(-5 from 1961)
0.00476
1961750
(+177 from 1960)
105
(+39 from 1960)
0.00487
1960927
(+59 from 1959)
66
(+5 from 1959)
0.00305
1959986
(-150 from 1958)
61
(-20 from 1958)
0.00282
1958836
(+314 from 1957)
81
(+36 from 1957)
0.00376
19571150
(-196 from 1956)
45
(-16 from 1956)
0.00206
1956954
(-118 from 1955)
61
(-16 from 1955)
0.00284
1955836
(+287 from 1954)
77
(+33 from 1954)
0.00368
19541123
(+47 from 1953)
44
(+4 from 1953)
0.00213
19531170
(+26 from 1952)
40
(+2 from 1952)
0.00200
19521196
(+292 from 1951)
38
(+13 from 1951)
0.00193
19511488
(-287 from 1950)
25
(-11 from 1950)
0.00131
19501201
(+382 from 1949)
36
(+14 from 1949)
0.00198
19491583
(-287 from 1948)
22
(-9 from 1948)
0.00122
19481296
(+67 from 1947)
31
(+2 from 1947)
0.00174
19471363
(+396 from 1946)
29
(+12 from 1946)
0.00156
19461759
(+250 from 1945)
17
(+5 from 1945)
0.00103
19452009
(-571 from 1944)
12
(-10 from 1944)
0.00087
19441438
(+262 from 1943)
22
(+4 from 1943)
0.00158
19431700
(-279 from 1942)
18
(-6 from 1942)
0.00124
19421421
(-121 from 1941)
24
(-2 from 1941)
0.00170
19411300
(-12 from 1940)
26
(-1 from 1940)
0.00207
19401288
(+1320 from 1939)
27
(+19 from 1939)
0.00228
19392608
(-423 from 1938)
8
(-3 from 1938)
0.00071
19382185
(+990 from 1937)
11
(+5 from 1937)
0.00097
19373175
(-170 from 1933)
6
(-1 from 1933)
0.00055
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19333005
(+385 from 1931)
7
(+1 from 1931)
0.00069
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19313390
(+849 from 1923)
6
(+1 from 1923)
0.00056
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19234239
(+47 from 1920)
5
No change from 1920
0.00044
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19204286
(-305 from 1917)
5
No change from 1917
0.00045
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19173981
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00052
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Rhett

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1582021#1842022#1922023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3232021#3112022#4082023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1162021#1262022#1212023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1802021#1692022#2172023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#622021#932022#1042023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1552021#1622022#1562023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#822021#1242022#1232023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#572021#752022#1092023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1882021#1802022#1632023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1002021#992022#882023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#902021#802022#972023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1662021#1282022#1502023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#672021#732022#932023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#832021#802022#1132023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#622021#892022#942023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1312021#1232022#1462023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1782021#1522022#1682023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#582021#582022#842023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1062021#892022#962023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1382021#1482022#1432023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2112021#1822022#2132023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#892021#992022#1262023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1922021#1792022#1492023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#672021#782022#1132023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1592021#2092022#1832023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#702021#372022#842023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1722021#1532022#1602023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3682021#4542022#3882023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#642021#492022#962023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#542021#682022#912023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1042021#842022#982023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2142021#1292022#1322023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2422021#1772022#2492023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#362021#382022#172023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#762021#852022#1632023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#262021#712022#202023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#532021#222022#592023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2762021#2612022#1712023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#4532021#5032022#5402023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4002021#5022022#7452023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#352020#422021#1172023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1212021#2282022#1692023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3162021#3532022#4792023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1932019#1052020#1002022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3662019#4282020#2902021

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1522020#892021#1252022

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#1242021#812022#892023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1892019#2642021#1392022

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2892018#2912019

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1972021

Popularity Rankings for Rhett in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2242021#1722022#1602023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4961978

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Rhett a Name for Boys or Girls?

Rhett is generally given to boys, thanks to its strong, masculine sound and its association with notable male characters. However, in recent years, there has been a slight trend of using it for girls as well, showing its versatile charm.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Rhett

  • Rhettie
  • Rhettie-boy
  • Rhettie-pie
  • Rhettster
  • Rhettey
  • Rhetty
  • Rett
  • Retty
  • Retto
  • Apollo
  • Fox
  • Aries
  • Jericho
  • Bowie
  • Cash
  • Winston
  • Hendrix
  • Amadeus

Rhett in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Rhett Akins (Country Singer, born 1969): An American country singer and songwriter known for hits like "Don't Get Me Started."
  • Rhett Reese (Screenwriter, born 1970): An American screenwriter known for co-writing the "Deadpool" films.
  • Rhett McLaughlin (YouTuber, born 1977): An American YouTuber, comedian, and co-host of the popular show "Good Mythical Morning."
  • Rhett Titus (Professional Wrestler, born 1987): An American professional wrestler known for his work with Ring of Honor.
  • Rhett Forrester (Singer, 1956–1994): An American singer, known as the lead vocalist of the band Riot.
  • Rhett Harty (Soccer Player, born 1970): An American soccer player known for his career in Major League Soccer.
  • Rhett Ellison (Football Player, born 1988): An American football player who played as a tight end for the New York Giants.
  • Rhett Butler ("Gone with the Wind," 1939 Film): A charming and roguish blockade runner who falls in love with Scarlett O'Hara.
  • "Rhett & Link" (2006 YouTube Channel): A comedy duo known for their viral videos, including "Good Mythical Morning."
  • Rhett Abbott ("Outer Range," 2022 TV Series): A Wyoming rancher who discovers a mysterious black void on his property.
  • Rhett ("Bloodline," 2015 TV Series): A character entangled in a family's dark secrets and crimes in the Florida Keys.
  • Rhett Reese ("Deadpool," 2016 Film): One of the screenwriters who co-wrote the screenplay for the popular superhero film.
  • Rhett Davies ("Roxy Music," 1972 Album): A British record producer known for his work with the rock band Roxy Music.
  • Rhett Butler ("Gone with the Wind," 1936 Novel): The original character from the novel who is a symbol of Southern charm and resilience.
  • Rhett Jacobs ("Friday Night Lights," 2004 TV Series): A high school football player who deals with the pressures of small-town Texas life.
  • "Rhett Walker Band" (2012 Album): A contemporary Christian music album by the band Rhett Walker Band.
  • Rhett Cooper ("Supernatural," 2005 TV Series): A minor character involved in the supernatural events and hunts of the Winchester brothers.
  • Rhett City (Alabama, USA): A small community in Wilcox County known for its rural charm and historical significance.
  • Rhett Park (Texas, USA): A public park in Austin, known for its playgrounds, sports facilities, and green spaces.
  • Rhett River (South Carolina, USA): A river in South Carolina known for its scenic beauty and fishing opportunities.
  • Rhett Lake (British Columbia, Canada): A lake in British Columbia known for its serene environment and outdoor activities like fishing and boating.
  • Rhett Island (Georgia, USA): An island in the Altamaha River, known for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty.

Similar Names to Rhett

  • Rhys
  • Reid
  • Rett
  • Rhette
  • Reece
  • Riece
  • Rad
  • Jett
  • Rheo
  • Rhegan

Sibling Names for Rhett

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