Reece

Pronunciation: [ r-EES ]

Girl Name #1,434 Most Popular Hidden Gem 1 Syllable

A Welsh royal name meaning 'passionate and bold'

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Meaning & Origin

"ardor, enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Welsh

Language: Welsh

"fiery, impetuous"

Origin: Old Welsh

Language: English

The Story of Reece

Reece is an anglicization of the Welsh name Rhys, derived from the Old Welsh 'ris' meaning 'ardor,' 'enthusiasm,' or 'passion.' It was the name of several Welsh kings and princes, most notably Rhys ap Tewdwr (died 1093) and The Lord Rhys (Rhys ap Gruffudd, 1132-1197), influential rulers of Deheubarth in southwest Wales who are celebrated figures in Welsh history.

Originally a masculine Welsh name, Reece (and the spelling Reese) crossed over to feminine use in the 2000s, largely following Reese Witherspoon's rise to Hollywood superstardom. Today it functions as a stylish unisex name in the United States, particularly popular for girls.

Rhys is one of the oldest Welsh names still in active use, carried by Welsh royalty and warriors for over a thousand years. As Reece, it represents the American tradition of adopting old Celtic names and the modern trend toward confident, gender-neutral names.

Fun Facts

Rhys has been used in Wales continuously for over 1,000 years, making it one of the most enduring given names in the British Isles
Reese Witherspoon, born Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon, uses her mother's maiden name as her first name

Reece in Other Languages

Welsh Rhys

French Reece

English Reese

Spanish Reece

Famous People Named Reece

Reese Witherspoon

Actor

1976

Academy Award-winning American actress and producer known for Legally Blonde and Wild

Rhys ap Gruffudd (The Lord Rhys)

Royalty

1132

Powerful ruler of Deheubarth, Wales, patron of the arts and organizer of the first recorded Eisteddfod in 1176

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 1
Popularity Rank: #1,434
Total SSA Count: 155
Cultural Origins: Welsh English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Nicknames

Ree Rey Reeie

Pairs Well With

Reece Marie Reece Elizabeth Reece Ann Reece Lynn Reece Morgan Reece Grace Reece Nicole

Sibling Names

Morgan Blake Quinn Riley Logan Cameron

Also a Boy Name

Reece is also used as a boy name, ranked #455.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Reece

What does the name Reece mean?

"ardor, enthusiasm, passion" (from Welsh). "fiery, impetuous" (from Old Welsh). Reece is an anglicization of the Welsh name Rhys, derived from the Old Welsh 'ris' meaning 'ardor,' 'enthusiasm,' or 'passion.' It was the name of several Welsh kings and princes, most notably Rhys ap Tewdwr (died 1093) and The Lord Rhys (Rhys ap Gruffudd, 1132-1197), influential rulers of Deheubarth in southwest Wales who are celebrated figures in Welsh history.

What is the origin of the name Reece?

Reece has Welsh, Old Welsh, English, and American origins. In Welsh, it means "ardor, enthusiasm, passion". In Old Welsh, it means "fiery, impetuous".

Is Reece a boy or girl name?

Reece is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1434. As a boy name, it is ranked #455. Reece is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Reece?

Reece is pronounced r-EES.

How popular is the name Reece?

Reece is currently ranked #1434 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Reece?

Common nicknames for Reece include Ree, Rey, and Reeie.

What are good middle names for Reece?

Popular middle name pairings include Reece Marie, Reece Elizabeth, Reece Ann, Reece Lynn, Reece Morgan, Reece Grace, and Reece Nicole.

What are good sibling names for Reece?

Names that pair well with Reece as siblings include Morgan, Blake, Quinn, Riley, Logan, and Cameron.

How many syllables does Reece have?

Reece has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Reece a common or rare name?

Reece is an uncommon name, ranked #1434 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Reece

Reece is a girl name with Welsh, English, and American origins . The name means "ardor, enthusiasm, passion" in Welsh .

Is Reece a boy or girl name? Reece is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,434 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #455. Reece is more commonly used as a boy name.

Reece is currently ranked #1,434 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Reece has 1 syllable and is pronounced r-EES, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Reece include Ree, Rey, and Reeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.