Reece
Reece is a girl's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Ardor, enthusiasm, or fiery passion.
Origin and history
Reece is a unisex name of Welsh origin, derived from the traditional name Rhys. Historically used predominantly for boys, it has become increasingly popular for girls in the United States as a modern gender-neutral choice. It carries a strong, crisp phonetic quality with a historical meaning tied to enthusiasm.
Popularity in the United States
4,949 babies in the United States have been named Reece since 1880. It ranks #2483 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1259.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- MO (5.5 %)
- IN (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 200 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,968 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,858 |
| 2020-2029 | 923 |
Fun facts
- Reece is an Anglicized spelling of the ancient Welsh name Rhys, which was borne by several medieval Welsh rulers.
- While historically masculine in Wales, the phonetic variant Reece gained notable popularity for females in the United States starting in the late 20th century.