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Percy vs Reese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reese

Boy #621 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#621
Total SSA Count
455
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Percy Rank #1,256
Reese Rank #621

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Reese more popular?

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Percy and Reese mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness" (Welsh origin).

Are Percy and Reese boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Reese is primarily a boy name.

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