Rhett, of Scottish origin, translates to 'ardor' or 'flowing'. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'Ruadh', which means red-haired. This name was popularized by Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind', where Rhett Butler was a prominent character portrayed by Clark Gable in the film adaptation.
The name Rhett has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable rise beginning around 2015 and peaking recently in 2023, where it reached its highest recorded figure of 20 births. The total number of births with the name Rhett from 1995 to 2023 is 220.