Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reece is a name of Welsh origin meaning 'enthusiasm' or 'ardor.' It evolved from the Welsh name Rhys and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name is often perceived as modern and trendy, and it has several notable bearers.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/riːs/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Reece is derived from the Welsh name 'Rhys,' which means 'enthusiasm' or 'ardor.'
Meaning
enthusiasm, ardor
Language Evolution
Rhys (Welsh), Rees (Anglicized form), Reece (Modern English spelling)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a fashionable name for boys and later for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhys, Rees, Reece, Reesey (informal)
Modern Popularity & Image
Reece is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthfulness and vigor.
Famous People
Reece Shearsmith (British actor), Reece James (English footballer), Reece Thompson (American actor)
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 998 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Colorado
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1041st of 7545 | 705 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1210th of 6773 | 587 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1531st of 7552 | 498 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1602nd of 10718 | 481 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 827th of 16616 | 2,280 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 419th of 24088 | 10,363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 546th of 23106 | 6,283 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14297th of 27321 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1283rd of 35406 | 2,744 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1399th of 30306 | 1,957 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
32.76% 775th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
42.58% 1002nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.27% 1409th/2227 |
- |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
54.18% 1906th/3518 |
43.60% 1763rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
19.51% 719th/3685 |
40.94% 1832nd/4475 |
17.75% 922nd/5194 |
11.62% 734th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
6.61% 303rd/4582 |
10.48% 541st/5164 |
6.22% 455th/7313 |
6.57% 490th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
11.19% 446th/3984 |
14.11% 633rd/4487 |
7.61% 519th/6822 |
10.25% 643rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.60% 898th/4582 |
47.00% 2427th/5164 |
18.41% 1346th/7313 |
18.93% 1413th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.26% 1086th/3984 |
52.20% 2342nd/4487 |
21.14% 1442nd/6822 |
26.32% 1652nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Colorado across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1041st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1210th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1531st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1602nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 827th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 419th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 546th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1283rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1399th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.