Reese

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Ardor; Enthusiasm

Background: The name Reese originates from the Welsh name 'Rhiis,' which translates to 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm.' It also has connections to the Old English word 'hreod,' meaning 'reed,' suggesting a geographical link as well.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#648
Total births
62,268
Most popular decade
2000s (60,786 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-25 ranks)
Years in Top 100
0
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

30.7% male 69.3% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1880
First year births
6
First year rank
#809
Peak year
2003
Peak year births
709
Peak rank
#368
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
455
Recent rank
#620

Female

First year
1924
First year births
6
First year rank
#4,434
Peak year
2012
Peak year births
2,459
Peak rank
#128
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
1,589
Recent rank
#190

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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