Reason vs Mills

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reason

Boy #3,007 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rational thought, good judgment"

Origin: Old French/Latin

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Boy #2,920 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dweller by the mills, mill worker"

Origin: Old English

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Reason Rank #3,007

Mills Rank #2,920

Mills is more popular, ranked #2920 vs #3007 for Reason.

Is Reason or Mills more popular?

Mills is more popular, ranked #2920 compared to Reason at #3007 in the United States.

What do Reason and Mills mean?

Reason means "rational thought, good judgment" (Old French/Latin origin). Mills means "dweller by the mills, mill worker" (Old English origin).

Are Reason and Mills boy or girl names?

Reason is primarily a boy name. Mills is primarily a boy name.