Rees

Q: What is the origin of Rees?

Rees is of Welsh origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Rees?

According to the latest SSA data, Rees is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Rees a girl name?

Rees is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Enthusiasm"

Anglicized spelling of Welsh Rhys, a long-standing Welsh personal name with meanings tied to ardor or enthusiasm.

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Popularity History of Rees

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Rees did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Rees Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Rees.

8 ideas

reey

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rees

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rie

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reesie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Rees mean?

Rees means "Enthusiasm". Anglicized spelling of Welsh Rhys, a long-standing Welsh personal name with meanings tied to ardor or enthusiasm.

What is the origin of Rees?

Rees is of Welsh origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Rees?

According to the latest SSA data, Rees is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Rees a girl name?

Rees is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Rees?

Popular nicknames for Rees include reey, rees, rie, ry, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Rees?

There are many names similar to Rees in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginWelsh

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withR

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Avon Alwyn Aeron Arth Arvon

Sisters

Arwen Ardyth Avon Arwyn Aerilyn

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