Rhett

Masculine

Meaning

Enthusiastic, ardent, derived from Welsh 'rhad' or related to 'rhett' meaning stream.

Etymology

Rhett may derive from Welsh origins, possibly related to 'rhad' (generous) or 'rhett' (stream), though the etymology is not definitively established. The name gained prominence through the character Rhett Butler in 'Gone with the Wind' (1939).

About the Name Rhett

Rhett is a modern name that gained significant popularity through popular culture, particularly the character Rhett Butler. It carries a romantic, somewhat dashing quality and appeals to contemporary naming sensibilities.

Notable Bearers

Rhett McLaughlin

Historical People Named Rhett

Rhett Goode