Reese

Reese is a unisex name of Irish and Celtic origin meaning “ardent.” In 2024 it was given to 2,044 babies in the United States.

Reese at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Irish & Celtic
Meaning
“ardent”
Pronunciation
/ɹis/

About the name Reese

Reese belongs to the Irish & Celtic tradition. Its meaning — “ardent” — is the sense carried by its Irish and Celtic roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Reese first appears in Social Security records in 1880 and has been given to 62,268 babies since 1880, including 2,044 in 2024.

Reese in US records

First recorded (US)
1880
Babies named Reese in 2024
2,044
Total since 1880
62,268

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Reese mean?

Reese means “ardent” in its Irish and Celtic roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Reese a boy or girl name?

Reese is a unisex name. In 2024, 2,044 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Reese?

Reese comes from the Irish & Celtic tradition.

How popular is the name Reese?

Reese is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1880 and has been given to 62,268 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Reese?

Reese is pronounced /ɹis/ (IPA).

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