Rhea
girl name#639 in 2025Rhea entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #360 in 1893, ranks #639 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1882–2025
#639
rank today
#360
peak (1893)
452
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #613 |
| 1890s | #410 |
| 1900s | #459 |
| 1910s | #492 |
| 1920s | #572 |
| 1930s | #645 |
| 1940s | #734 |
| 1950s | #863 |
| 1960s | #1042 |
| 1970s | #1190 |
| 1980s | #1155 |
| 1990s | #1425 |
| 2000s | #1142 |
| 2010s | #991 |
| 2020s | #603 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rhea has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 14,000 people named Rhea are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rhea alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rhea in 2025?
- Rhea ranks #639 among US girl names in 2025, with 452 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rhea most popular?
- Rhea peaked in 1893, reaching #360 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rhea with classmates?
- Rhea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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