#1902024 rank
2012peak year
43,139babies named Reese since 1880
▼ 12%5-year trend
Reese popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Reese mean?
Anglicized spelling of the Welsh name Rhys, traditionally meaning 'ardor'. A surname name used for both sexes, more often for girls since Reese Witherspoon's rise.
OriginWelsh
Syllables2
Gendergirl
Stylemodern, modern
Names like Reese
Same era, same vibe — if you like Reese, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Reeses
- Reese Witherspoon, actress
Spellings & variants
RhysRees
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