Scott vs Reese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Scott

Boy #566 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Scotland, a Scotsman"

Origin: Old English/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
517
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Scott Rank #566
Reese Rank #621

Scott is more popular, ranked #566 vs #621 for Reese.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott or Reese more popular?

Scott is more popular, ranked #566 compared to Reese at #621 in the United States.

What do Scott and Reese mean?

Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness" (Welsh origin).

Are Scott and Reese boy or girl names?

Scott is primarily a boy name. Reese is primarily a boy name.

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