Reese: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced REES · 1 syllable
Reese means “ardor; giant”, from English.
* As a given name and British surname generally from Welsh Rhys (literally “ardor”). * Chiefly in North America, the surname may also be from unrelated German Reese (literally “giant”).
- Meaning
- ardor; giant
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- REES
- US rank (2025)
- #192
- US babies a year
- about 2,136 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Reese?
Reese was the #192 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,106 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #192 |
| Canada | #414 |
How old are people named Reese?
Half of US adults named Reese are older than 22; most are between 18 and 57. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Reese
What does the name Reese mean?
Reese means “ardor; giant”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Reese?
Reese is pronounced REES.
How popular is the name Reese?
Reese was the #192 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,106 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Reese?
Half of US adults named Reese are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 57.