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Reese
Meaning: ardour, enthusiasm (anglicized Rhys) · Origin: Welsh · Gender: usually a girl's name
Origin & history
An anglicized form of the Welsh name Rhys, 'ardour, enthusiasm'. It came into use for girls largely thanks to the actor Reese Witherspoon.
Famous people named Reese
- Reese Witherspoon (actor)
Nicknames
Ree
Variants & related names
Rhys, Reece, Rees
Reese name art
A free preview of a printable “Reese” poster with its meaning — great for a nursery, a birthday or a gift.
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FAQ
What does the name Reese mean?
Reese means “ardour, enthusiasm (anglicized Rhys)”. It comes from Welsh.
Is Reese a popular name?
Yes — Reese has been one of the most popular girls' names in the United States in the 2020s, according to US Social Security Administration baby-name data.
What are nicknames for Reese?
Ree.
What are other forms of Reese?
Rhys, Reece, Rees.
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Gwendolyn · Megan · Riley · Ruby · Rose · Rosie
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Sources: standard name etymology references (e.g. Behind the Name, Oxford Dictionary of First Names); popularity from US SSA and UK ONS baby-name data. Meanings of old names are often debated — where scholars disagree we say so.