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Reiss

Pronunciation: [ r-EYES ]

Boy Name #35,570 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Reiss is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced r-EYES.

Parents who love the name Reiss often also consider Ber, Demontez, Habram .

Popularity Over Time

#35,570
Current Rank
Peaked 1999 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#35,570
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Rei Rey Reiie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Reiss

Is Reiss a boy or girl name?
Reiss is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #35570. As a girl name, it is ranked #49360. Reiss is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Reiss?
Reiss is pronounced r-EYES.
How popular is the name Reiss?
Reiss is currently ranked #35570 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Reiss?
Common nicknames for Reiss include Rei, Rey, and Reiie.
Is Reiss a common or rare name?
Reiss is an uncommon name, ranked #35570 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Reiss

Reiss is a boy name .

Is Reiss a boy or girl name? Reiss is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #35,570 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #49,360. Reiss is more commonly used as a boy name.

Reiss is currently ranked #35,570 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Reiss include Rei, Rey, and Reiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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