An estimated 35,571 living Americans are named Rhett.
How rare is Rhett?
Rhett is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 1,936 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 23.7% from its 2021 peak.
How old is the typical Rhett?
The median age of a living American named Rhett is approximately 8 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 17 years old.
Is Rhett still popular?
Yes. Rhett is holding steady, with 1,936 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Rhett most common?
Rhett has its strongest geographic signal in Utah, where it appears 8.7× more often than the national baseline.
1917Peak 20212025
Peak year
2021
Decline from peak
23.7%
2025
1,936
All-time
36,669
Diaspora map
Rhett broke out in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah (2013) and became over-represented in 29 states over 10 years.
Broke out: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah, 2013 · over-represented in 29 states over 10 years
