Rhea
Meaning
Priestess who was the mother of romulus and remus
Origin
Roman
Pronunciation
/riːə/
Traits associated with the name Rhea:
Dogs named Rhea tend to be loving, loyal, resilient, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Rhea?
Naming your dog Rhea suggests that you have an appreciation for Greek mythology and may have a creative or imaginative side.
Is Rhea a good dog name?
Rhea has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Rhea isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Rhea is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Rhea was, in the past month, the 1279th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Rhea is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Rhea was viewed 46 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Rhea's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Rhea is most adored in South Dakota, Rhode Island and Arkansas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Louisiana, Minnesota and Maine.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Rhea.
Most popular breeds named Rhea:
- German Shepherd
- Rhodesian Ridgeback
- Dachshund
- Cocker Spaniel
- Rottweiler
Rhea is found in these categories:
roman
Mother of Romulus and Remus, founders of Rome in mythology.
old-fashioned
This moniker hails from ancient Greek mythology, not modern dog parks.
celestial
Named after Saturn's second largest moon, perfect for a stargazing pup!
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