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Reese vs Percy

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

Reese Rank #621
Percy Rank #1,256

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reese or Percy more popular?

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

What do Reese and Percy mean?

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

Are Reese and Percy boy or girl names?

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

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