Rhiannon (given name)
Rhiannon is a feminine Welsh given name (pronounced [r̥iˈanɔn]) possibly derived from the Old Celtic title Rigantona, meaning great queen. While the Goddess Rhiannon is a major figure in Welsh mythology, and a main protagonist in the Mabinogi, Rhiannon was not a popular given name in Wales until the 20th century.[1] It rose in use throughout the Anglosphere after 1975, following the release of the hit song "Rhiannon" by Fleetwood Mac.[2]
It may refer to:
- Rhiannon Dixon, British Boxer current WBO world champion and pharmacist
- Rhiannon Braund, New Zealand academic and registered pharmacist
- Rhiannon Davies Jones, Welsh historical novelist
- Rhiannon Giddens, American musician
- Rhiannon Ifans, Welsh academic and author
- Rhiannon Lassiter (born 1977), British writer
- Rhiannon Jeffrey or Rhi Jeffrey (born 1986), American swimmer
- Rhiannon Roberts, Welsh footballer
- Rhiannon Fish, Australian actress
Surname
- Lee Rhiannon (born 1951), Australian politician
See also
- Rhianna, variant feminine given name
- Rhiannon in Welsh mythology
- Rhiannon (disambiguation)
- Rhian
References
- ^ Hanks, Patrick; Hardcastle, Kate; Hodges, Flavia (2006). Oxford Dictionary of First Names. Oxford University Press. p. 433. ISBN 0-19-861060-2.
- ^ "Meaning, origin and history of the name Rhiannon".