Damaris vs Reece

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Ree, Rey, Reie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Damaris Rank #1,439
Reece Rank #455

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 vs #1439 for Damaris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damaris ___

  • Damaris Ruth
  • Damaris Grace
  • Damaris Hope
  • Damaris Joy
  • Damaris Faith
  • Damaris Anne

Reece ___

  • Reece James
  • Reece William
  • Reece Alexander
  • Reece Thomas
  • Reece Owen
  • Reece Morgan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Damaris

Lydia Priscilla Miriam Phoebe Silas

If you choose Reece

Owen Evan Finn Dylan Gwen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damaris or Reece more popular?

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 compared to Damaris at #1439 in the United States.

What do Damaris and Reece mean?

Damaris means "gentle, tamed" (Greek origin). Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Damaris and Reece boy or girl names?

Damaris is primarily a girl name. Reece is primarily a boy name.

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