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Christian Name · Greek Origin
Rhea Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Rhea
girl
Rhea means "Flowing; Mother; Earth", a girl's name of Greek origin. The name Rhea does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Rhea flows with living water — rivers from the belly, water of life freely taken, the flowing soul who pours out what Christ has poured in.
Is Rhea in the Bible?
No — the name Rhea does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Flowing; Mother; Earth", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Rhea.
Pronunciation:/REE-ah/
OriginGreek
MeaningFlowing; Mother; Earth
What does Rhea mean?
Rhea is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Flowing; Mother; Earth". Rhea flows like living water — and Jesus offers the water of life. 'If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink.
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What does Rhea mean in the Bible?
Rhea means "Flowing; Mother; Earth" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Rhea flows like living water — and Jesus offers the water of life. 'If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.' Rhea overflows with the Spirit.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Rhea?
Rhea is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Flowing; Mother; Earth" — not because Scripture names anyone Rhea.
"And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely."
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Which books of the Bible mention Rhea?
Rhea is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Rhea?
Rhea flows with living water — rivers from the belly, water of life freely taken, the flowing soul who pours out what Christ has poured in.
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Rhea name meaning: frequently asked questions
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Rhea?
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