Rhea
flowing stream (Greek)
Rhea is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 126, with 53,281 records. It has 1 syllable.
Origin and meaning
flowing stream (Greek)
Rhea originates from classical Greek mythology as the Titan mother of Zeus and Hera. In the Philippines, it became popular during the late 20th century as part of the broader adoption of crisp, modern English given names.
Derived from ancient Greek mythology (Rhea, mother of the Olympian gods), likely meaning 'flowing stream' or 'earth'. It entered widespread Philippine usage via American English naming influences during the 20th century.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone first name or as part of compound names like Rhea Mae, Rhea Jane, or Rhea Lyn. Common nicknames include Rhe, Yaya, or A-A.
Related forms
- Rhea Greek
- Rea Spanish
- Rea Italian
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Rhea with common surname pairs
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How do I use Rhea with two Filipino surnames?
Rhea is the given name. The full name is Rhea + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Rhea a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Rhea is number 126, with 53,281 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.