Reece

How to say it

riːs

What it means

An anglicized spelling of the Welsh Rhys, 'ardor, fiery zeal, enthusiasm.'

Reece is an easy-to-read spelling of the Welsh Rhys, a name carried by medieval Welsh princes and meaning 'ardor,' 'fiery zeal,' or 'enthusiasm.' The Reece and Reese spellings made it travel beyond Wales. Brisk and warm in one syllable. The original Rhys keeps the Welsh look. Said REES.

How to spell Reece

The standard spelling is Reece. Common variants include Rhys, Reese, Rees, but Reece is the most widely used form.

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  An anglicized spelling of the Welsh Rhys; also Reese.

Who's worn it

Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.

• Reece James English footballer who plays as a defender for Chelsea and the England national team

Spelling variants

• Rhys
• Reese
• Rees

Names with the same feeling

• Rhys Ardor, enthusiasm
• Reed Red-haired
• Reid Red-haired
• Rhett Ardent, fiery
• Beau Handsome, beautiful

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Common questions

What does the name Reece mean?

An anglicized spelling of the Welsh Rhys, 'ardor, fiery zeal, enthusiasm.'

What does Reece mean in Welsh?

In Welsh, Reece means "Ardor, enthusiasm." Reece is an easy-to-read spelling of the Welsh Rhys, a name carried by medieval Welsh princes and meaning 'ardor,' 'fiery zeal,' or 'enthusiasm.' The Reece and Reese spellings made it travel beyond Wales. Brisk and warm in one syllable. The original Rhys keeps the Welsh look. Said REES.

How do you pronounce Reece?

Reece is pronounced riːs. Say it as REECE, with the stress on the "reece" syllable.

How do you spell Reece?

The standard spelling is Reece. Common spelling variants include Rhys, Reese, Rees.

Is Reece a boy or girl name?

Reece is traditionally a masculine name.

How popular is the name Reece?

Reece ranked #460 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.