Rees
Rees: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Rees
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
How popular is Rees?
Since 1880, 136 girls and 1,014 boys in the U.S. have been named Rees (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8616 in 2010. Its highest rank for boys was #2140 in 1939. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Rees
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Rees FAQ
What does the name Rees mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname.
What is the origin of the name Rees?
Rees is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Rees?
Since 1880, 136 girls and 1,014 boys in the U.S. have been named Rees (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8616 in 2010. Its highest rank for boys was #2140 in 1939. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Rees a boy or girl name?
Rees is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (136 girls and 1,014 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.