Reese
Reese is a unisex name of Welsh origin meaning “Ardor, enthusiasm, or fiery warrior.” It ranked #192 in the United States in 2025. An Anglicized form of the Welsh 'Rhys,' meaning ardor or enthusiasm.
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how do you pronounce Reese?
REES
where does the name Reese come from?
An anglicised spelling of the Welsh Rhys, glossed both as ardent or fiery and as wreath or garland. In North America the surname can also come from an unrelated word meaning giant.
It crossed genders in the early 2000s, aided by actress Reese Witherspoon, and remains popular for both boys and girls.
how popular is this name?
Reese has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 26 years since 2000. It peaked at #128 in 2012, and ranked #192 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #192 |
| 2024 | #190 |
| 2023 | #174 |
| 2022 | #168 |
| 2021 | #148 |
| 2020 | #145 |
| 2019 | #159 |
| 2018 | #159 |
| 2017 | #171 |
| 2016 | #180 |
| 2012 | #128 |
| 2010 | #137 |
| 2000 | #885 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Reese fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Reese
Its shift to a unisex given name is an American development, and it is now given to both girls and boys in the United States.
who are famous people named Reese?
- Reese Witherspoon
what are the nicknames and variants of Reese?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Reese?
what names go well with Reese?
Sibling names that share Reese's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Reese
What does the name Reese mean?
Reese means “Ardor, enthusiasm, or fiery warrior”.
What is the origin of the name Reese?
Reese comes from the Welsh naming tradition. Related forms include Rhys and Reece.
How popular is the name Reese?
Reese ranked #192 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2012, at #128, and it has spent 26 years in the top 1,000 since 2000.
Is Reese a boy or girl name?
Reese is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Reese?
Reese is pronounced REES, with 1 syllable.
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