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Rhys or Alex?

42 replies

ecossegirl91 · 10/02/2025 20:05

just that really - Rhys or Alex for baby boy? Most likely Alexander on the birth certificate but called Alex.

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NefiBlw · 11/02/2025 08:33

Alex. I know lots of both of them and think Rhys only sounds nice when said in Welsh. It's a bit naff otherwise.
Alexander is great.

Raininginparadise2 · 11/02/2025 03:36

Alexander nn Alex

Maxorias · 11/02/2025 01:03

Alexander is a wonderful name, it gets my vote. Although I prefer Xander/Sander as a nickname !

IamnotwhouthinkIam · 11/02/2025 00:55

Alexander is an international classic. Rhys might be a Welsh one - but if you like both equally then I’d always go for a name that’s used in many countries, probably less issues if they travel or move abroad.

I also love that there’s so many “Great” historical namesakes for Alexander (pun intended 🤣). A lot of us might not be here if Fleming hadn’t discovered penicillin (and therefore sparked the concept of antibiotics in general).

Starsandall · 10/02/2025 23:38

Alex I think it’s more classic, Rhys was more popular about 15 years ago. Depends what kind of name you prefer.

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Mumofgirls2017 · 10/02/2025 21:43

Soz also have yo say alexandet

Bowling4soup · 10/02/2025 21:41

Alexander/alex

LiquoriceAllsorts2 · 10/02/2025 21:40

Alexander/ Alex

Ferrazzuoli · 10/02/2025 21:15

Alex

Moreteaandchocolate · 10/02/2025 21:14

Both are nice. I vote Rhys as I know so many Alex’s. Rhys hits the sweet spot of well known but you’re unlikely to meet many others in your life 😊

TabloidFootprints · 10/02/2025 21:03

Definitely Alexander/Alex

BootballJoy · 10/02/2025 21:01

Alex

bluebunnys · 10/02/2025 20:50

I know sooo many Alexes, mainly women and girls, as well as some boys. I find it overused and not very memorable...

Rhys is a great name that you don't hear that often! I'd definitely choose that.

Springadorable · 10/02/2025 20:39

Definitely Alex.

shoopshoopdedoo · 10/02/2025 20:30

Alexander/Alex for sure

theduchessofspork · 10/02/2025 20:06

Alex / Alexander - great name

Rhys always makes me think of grease