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Rhys

Boy NameWelsh Origin

Meaning

Means "enthusiasm" in Welsh. Several Welsh rulers have borne this name.

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Rhys and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Leadership
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Integrity
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Courage
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Creativity
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Spirituality

Famous People Named Rhys

Rhys Isaac

Rhys Llywelyn Isaac (20 November 1937 – 6 October 2010)The Virginia Gazette, 10 October 2010 was a South African-born Australian historian of American history who also worked in the United States.

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Rhys

Rhys or Rhŷs is a popular Welsh given name (usually male) that is famous in Welsh history and is also used as a surname.

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Rhys Williams (Torchwood)

Rhys Alun Williams, portrayed by Kai Owen, is a fictional character in the BBC television programme Torchwood, a spin-off from the long-running series Doctor Who.

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Rhys Hill

Rhys Hill (born February 8, 1986) is a Canadian sprint kayaker who competed in the late 2000s.

Rhys Adrian

Rhys Adrian Griffiths (28 February 1928 – 8 February 1990) was a British playwright and screenwriter.

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