What does the name Reese mean?

The name Reese means "Enthusiasm".

What is the origin of the name Reese?

Reese is a name of Welsh origin.

In 2023, 1,589 babies were named Reese in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Reese is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 1,589 →

All-Time Total: 43,139

Peak Year: 2012

Reese is a Welsh name derived from the surname Rhys, meaning "ardor" or "enthusiasm."

Girl names closely related to Reese

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Boy names closely related to Reese

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Names with similar meaning to Reese

Reece Rhys

Births per year in the United States

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