Find out how popular the first name Rhaegar has been for the last 5 years (from 2018 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rhaegar by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Rhaegar is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Rhaegar.

The history of the first name Rhaegar

The name Rhaegar is a fictional name from the A Song of Ice and Fire book series by George R.R. Martin. It does not have a known origin or etymology from any real-world language or culture.

In the books, Rhaegar Targaryen was a prominent character who lived in the fictional world of Westeros. He was the eldest son of King Aerys II Targaryen and heir to the Iron Throne. Rhaegar was a skilled warrior and a lover of music and poetry. He was considered one of the most remarkable men of his time, with his striking appearance and charismatic personality.

Rhaegar played a pivotal role in the events leading to Robert's Rebellion, a major conflict in the fictional history of Westeros. His alleged abduction of Lyanna Stark, betrothed to Robert Baratheon, sparked the rebellion that ultimately led to the downfall of the Targaryen dynasty and the establishment of Robert Baratheon's reign.

While Rhaegar himself does not appear directly in the books, as he died before the events of the main story, he is frequently mentioned and remembered by other characters. His actions and legacy had a profound impact on the events and characters in the series.

As the name Rhaegar is a fictional creation, there are no historical records or famous individuals from the real world bearing this name. It is a unique name created by George R.R. Martin for the purposes of his epic fantasy series.

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