Meaning: Probably enthusiasm, through Rhys
The story
Reese is an Anglicized spelling of Welsh Rhys and is used for boys and girls. The older name probably means ardor or enthusiasm.
Nicknames
- Ree
Spellings & variants
- Rhys
- Reece
- Rees
Popularity
Familiar
In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
- Short
- Modern
- Surname-style
Origins
Reese comes from Welsh.
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