Reece
Reece: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Reece
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Borrowed from Welsh Rhys.
How popular is Reece?
Since 1880, 4,949 girls and 21,968 boys in the U.S. have been named Reece (18% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #986 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #344 in 2001. In 2025 it ranked #460 for boys, with 877 babies given the name.
Names similar to Reece
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Reece
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Reece FAQ
What does the name Reece mean?
A unisex given name transferred from the surname. Borrowed from Welsh Rhys.
What is the origin of the name Reece?
Reece is listed as a name of Welsh origin.
How popular is the name Reece?
Since 1880, 4,949 girls and 21,968 boys in the U.S. have been named Reece (18% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #986 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #344 in 2001. In 2025 it ranked #460 for boys, with 877 babies given the name.
Is Reece a boy or girl name?
Reece is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,949 girls and 21,968 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.