Rees
Rees is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Ardor, enthusiasm, or passion.
Origin and history
Rees is an Anglicized spelling of the traditional Welsh name Rhys. It historically means enthusiasm, passion, or fiery prince. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare given name, most commonly found as a surname or alternative spelling.
Popularity in the United States
1,014 babies in the United States have been named Rees since 1880. It ranks #3669 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1867.
States where it is most popular
- CA (84.4 %)
- OH (15.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 29 |
| 1920-1930 | 39 |
| 1930-1940 | 35 |
| 1940-1950 | 54 |
| 1950-1960 | 36 |
| 1960-1970 | 45 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 58 |
| 1990-2000 | 184 |
| 2000-2010 | 287 |
| 2010-2019 | 169 |
| 2020-2029 | 60 |
Fun facts
- Rees developed as a phonetic English spelling of the ancient Welsh name Rhys.
- Rees is widely recognized as a Welsh family surname in addition to its use as a given name.