Rhys Carrigan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rhys Carrigan — enthusiasm, ardour
450K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
2005s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rhys Carrigan is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Rhys is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Old Welsh Ris, meaning 'enthusiasm, ardour.' Rhys ap Tewdwr was the last independent king of Deheubarth in Wales. The surname Carrigan: Anthony Carrigan (academic) (1980–2016), British academic Anthony Carrigan (actor) (born 1983), American actor Aub Carrigan (1917–2012), Australian first-class cricketer Benjamin Carrigan (born 1998), Australian professional footballer Bill Carrigan (1883–1969), American baseball catcher Bob Carrigan (born 1966), American businessman Brian Carrigan (born 1979), Scottish footballer Bryan Carrigan (born 1969), American music producer, engineer, and electronic musician Casey Carrigan (born 1951), American track and field athlete Charles Carrigan (1882–1916), Irish republican Gene Carrigan (1906–1. Rhys is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 450K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Rhys reached peak popularity in the 2005s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rhys

Meaning: enthusiasm, ardour

Celtic

From Old Welsh Ris, meaning 'enthusiasm, ardour.' Rhys ap Tewdwr was the last independent king of Deheubarth in Wales.

Surname: Carrigan

Irish

Anthony Carrigan (academic) (1980–2016), British academic Anthony Carrigan (actor) (born 1983), American actor Aub Carrigan (1917–2012), Australian first-class cricketer Benjamin Carrigan (born 1998), Australian professional footballer Bill Carrigan (1883–1969), American baseball catcher Bob Carrigan (born 1966), American businessman Brian Carrigan (born 1979), Scottish footballer Bryan Carrigan (born 1969), American music producer, engineer, and electronic musician Casey Carrigan (born 1951), American track and field athlete Charles Carrigan (1882–1916), Irish republican Gene Carrigan (1906–1.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Rhys is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 83%
Australia 11%
Canada 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Rhys by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Rhys has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Reese
  • Rees
  • Rice

Notable People Named Rhys Carrigan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Rhys Carrigan:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Rhys?
The first name Rhys originates from Celtic. From Old Welsh Ris, meaning 'enthusiasm, ardour.' Rhys ap Tewdwr was the last independent king of Deheubarth in Wales.
When was Rhys most popular?
The name Rhys reached its peak popularity during the 2005s.
What is the origin of the surname Carrigan?
The surname Carrigan originates from Irish. Anthony Carrigan (academic) (1980–2016), British academic Anthony Carrigan (actor) (born 1983), American actor Aub Carrigan (1917–2012), Australian first-class cricketer Benjamin Carrigan (born 1998), Australian professional footballer Bill Carrigan (1883–1969), American baseball catcher Bob Carrigan (born 1966), American businessman Brian Carrigan (born 1979), Scottish footballer Bryan Carrigan (born 1969), American music producer, engineer, and electronic musician Casey Carrigan (born 1951), American track and field athlete Charles Carrigan (1882–1916), Irish republican Gene Carrigan (1906–1.
What are the origins of the name Rhys Carrigan?
The name Rhys Carrigan combines two different traditions: the first name Rhys has Celtic roots, while the surname Carrigan originates from Irish.
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