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Reeves vs Reece

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reeves

Boy #2,185 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the reeve, estate manager"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,185
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Reece

Boy #455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, ardent"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#455
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Reeves Rank #2,185
Reece Rank #455

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 vs #2185 for Reeves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reeves or Reece more popular?

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 compared to Reeves at #2185 in the United States.

What do Reeves and Reece mean?

Reeves means "son of the reeve, estate manager" (Old English origin). Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Reeves and Reece boy or girl names?

Reeves is primarily a boy name. Reece is primarily a boy name.

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