Reason vs Rooney

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 #3,084 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"descendant of the champion"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish English American

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Reason Rank #3,007

Rooney Rank #3,084

Reason is more popular, ranked #3007 vs #3084 for Rooney.

Is Reason or Rooney more popular?

Reason is more popular, ranked #3007 compared to Rooney at #3084 in the United States.

What do Reason and Rooney mean?

Reason means "rational thought, good judgment" (Old French/Latin origin). Rooney means "descendant of the champion" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Reason and Rooney boy or girl names?

Reason is primarily a boy name. Rooney is primarily a boy name.