Rheanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rheanna is a modern English name likely derived from the combination of the Greek name 'Rhea', meaning 'mother of the gods', and 'Anna', meaning 'grace'. It evolved from historical forms like 'Rhea' and has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique choice for parents. The name embodies traits of grace and creativity, and it has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rheanna"
Pronunciation
/riˈænə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Rheanna is a modern name that is likely derived from a combination of the names 'Rhea' and 'Anna'. 'Rhea' has roots in Greek mythology, where Rhea was the mother of the gods, and 'Anna' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'grace'.
Meaning
Graceful goddess
Language Evolution
Rhea, Rheanna
Historical Usage
Rheanna gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents began to favor unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhea, Anna, Reanna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rheanna is perceived as a trendy and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Rheanna R. K. K. M. P. S. C. D. C.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 89 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rheanna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rheanna"
"Rheanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5618th of 19264 | 142 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2750th of 27321 | 645 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2770th of 35406 | 940 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15471st of 30306 | 51 |
Regional Popularity of "Rheanna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rheanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
68.79% 2782nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
73.89% 2723rd/3685 |
- |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
36.60% 2312th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.48% 3046th/4582 |
63.94% 3302nd/5164 |
40.89% 2990th/7313 |
39.23% 2928th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rheanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rheanna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Rheanna" in the United States
The name Rheanna is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rheanna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rheanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5618th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2750th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2770th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15471st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rheanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.