Meaning & Story
A short form of Rhiannon or Rhianna, derived from the Welsh for great queen or divine queen.
Rhi is the essence of Welsh feminine names distilled to its most intimate form — a whispered two-letter nickname that carries the full weight of the Rhiannon tradition behind it. In Welsh mythology, Rhiannon was a magical, horse-riding queen associated with transformation and endurance. For a female pet, Rhi has a soft, breathy sound that is instantly affectionate and suggests a close bond between pet and owner. It suits a graceful, spirited female animal who moves with purpose and has an air of quiet magic about her. The name is beautifully simple without being plain.