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Rhea

Girl name · 574 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Rhea: 574 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 42 births in 2024.

Rhea draws primarily from Greek mythology, where Rhea (Ῥέα) was a Titaness, the mother of Zeus and other Olympian deities; her name is often linked to ῥέω (rheo) meaning "to flow," suggesting ease or a stream. In modern times, the name is worn by acclaimed American actress Rhea Perlman (*Cheers*) and Rhea Seehorn (*Better Call Saul*). Beyond Earth, Rhea names the second-largest moon of Saturn, discovered in 1672 by Giovanni Cassini and named after the Titaness. The name also appears in classical mythology as a variant of Cybele. While less common in Scotland, Rhea has a soft, timeless quality that has seen steady, modest use since the 1970s, appealing to parents drawn to mythological roots without being overly bold.