Find out how popular the first name Rie has been for the last 45 years (from 1976 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rie by gender

Based on the last 45 years of data, Rie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Rie.

The history of the first name Rie

The name Rie is a Japanese given name with origins dating back to the 8th century. It is derived from the Japanese word "ri," which means "chestnut" or "truth." The name was originally used as a feminine name, often given to girls born during the autumn months when chestnuts were harvested.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rie can be found in the Kojiki, an ancient Japanese chronicle that dates back to 712 AD. The text mentions a woman named Rie-no-Nakatsu, who was a servant in the Imperial Court during the reign of Emperor Ojin.

Throughout Japanese history, the name Rie has been associated with several notable figures. One of the most famous was Rie Miyazawa (1901-1923), a Japanese author and poet known for her lyrical works that explored themes of nature and spirituality. Her collection of poems, "Ame ni mo makezu," is considered a masterpiece of early 20th-century Japanese literature.

Another prominent figure named Rie was Rie Mastenbroek (1919-2003), a Dutch sculptor and artist who was renowned for her abstract works in stone and metal. Her sculptures can be found in public spaces throughout the Netherlands and other parts of Europe.

In the world of sports, Rie Suguri (born 1984) is a Japanese gymnast who competed in the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games, winning a silver medal in the team competition at the 2004 Athens Olympics.

The name Rie has also been used in fictional works, such as the character Rie Hayakawa in the Japanese manga and anime series "Nana," which follows the lives of two young women sharing the same name.

While the name Rie is primarily associated with Japanese culture, it has also been adopted in other parts of the world, particularly in Europe and North America, where it is sometimes used as a variant of the name "Rhea" or "Ria."

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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