Reece vs Rhys

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
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Popularity Comparison

Reece Rank #455
Rhys Rank #354

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 vs #455 for Reece.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Reece ___

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

Rhys ___

  • Rhys Owen
  • Rhys Liam
  • Rhys David
  • Rhys Morgan
  • Rhys Evan
  • Rhys Gareth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Reece

Owen Evan Finn Dylan Gwen

If you choose Rhys

Seren Nia Cai Carys Bryn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reece or Rhys more popular?

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 compared to Reece at #455 in the United States.

What do Reece and Rhys mean?

Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin). Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Reece and Rhys boy or girl names?

Reece is primarily a boy name. Rhys is primarily a boy name.

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