Reese vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reese

Girl #190 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ardor, enthusiasm, fire"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#190
Total SSA Count
1,589
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ree, Rey, Reie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Reese Rank #190
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #190 for Reese.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Reese ___

  • Reese Ann
  • Reese Marie
  • Reese Lynn
  • Reese Grace
  • Reese Elaine
  • Reese Joelle

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Reese

Blake Quinn Sage Brooke Cole

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reese or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Reese at #190 in the United States.

What do Reese and Theodore mean?

Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fire" (Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Reese and Theodore boy or girl names?

Reese is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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