Welles vs Reeve

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reeve

Boy #3,416 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Old English gerefa (administrator)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,416
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Welles Rank #3,522
Reeve Rank #3,416

Reeve is more popular, ranked #3416 vs #3522 for Welles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Welles or Reeve more popular?

Reeve is more popular, ranked #3416 compared to Welles at #3522 in the United States.

What do Welles and Reeve mean?

Welles means "from the spring or well" (Old English origin). Reeve means "from Old English gerefa (administrator)" (Old English origin).

Are Welles and Reeve boy or girl names?

Welles is primarily a boy name. Reeve is primarily a boy name.

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