Boy Name · Welsh Origin
Reece
Reece is a boy baby name of Welsh origin, meaning "Ardor, rush". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Reece often also consider Royce.
Reece meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Ardor, rush
Origin: Welsh naming roots help connect Reece to related Welsh baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Reece as R·E·E·C·E, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Reece is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Reece variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Reecea, Reecee, Reecey, Reec.
- Nicknames: Ree and R.
- Middle names: Pair Reece with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Reece middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Royce, Reese, Reyes, Reggie, Reco — full picks on the sibling names for Reece guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Reece? Browse our names like Reece guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Reece
What does the name Reece mean?
Reece means "Ardor, rush" and is of Welsh origin.
What is the origin of Reece?
Reece originates in Welsh naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Reece?
Reece has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Reece a boy's or girl's name?
Reece is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Reece in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Reece sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Reece?
Names that share Reece's sound and style include Royce, Reese, Reyes, Reggie, Reco.
What middle names pair well with Reece?
Good middle-name fits for Reece pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Reece is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Reece is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Reece?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Reece share its rhythm without rhyming — Royce, Reese, Reyes all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.