Rhiannon
Meaning & Origin
Rhiannon is a Welsh name meaning “great queen” or “divine queen,” belonging to a goddess of the moon and fertility in Welsh mythology’s Mabinogion tales.
Popularity
Rhiannon has held steady, gentle popularity since the 1970s, boosted by the Fleetwood Mac song of the same name, remaining a beloved Welsh classic.
Nicknames & Variations
Common nicknames include Rhi and Annie. Variant spellings include Rhianon and Rianne.
Quick Facts
- Gender: Girl
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: “Great queen”
- Pronunciation: ree-AN-non
