gender neutral
Reese
enthusiasm
About Reese
Short, crisp, and impossibly chic—Reese captures modern sensibility in just five letters. The name has surged in popularity for girls, partly due to high-profile bearers who embody intelligence and style. Its unisex heritage adds to its contemporary cool factor, appealing to parents who appreciate names that transcend traditional gender boundaries. Reese sounds confident without being aggressive, sophisticated without being pretentious. The single syllable makes it punchy and memorable, ensuring it won't be easily forgotten or overlooked. It pairs beautifully with both simple and elaborate middle names, offering flexibility in creating the perfect combination. The name suggests someone practical yet creative, grounded yet ambitious. Reese works seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, requiring no awkward transitions or adjustments as your daughter matures into her identity.
Popularity of the Name Reese
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #885 | #507 | |||
| 2001 | #783 | #736 | |||
| 2002 | #465 | #766 | #466 | ||
| 2003 | #312 | #820 | #284 | ||
| 2004 | #259 | #827 | #252 | ||
| 2005 | #237 | #832 | #408 | #257 | |
| 2006 | #161 | #753 | #304 | #732 | #193 |
| 2007 | #150 | #789 | #606 | #144 | |
| 2008 | #154 | #954 | #836 | #133 | |
| 2009 | #144 | #718 | #165 | ||
| 2010 | #137 | #162 | |||
| 2011 | #131 | #671 | #162 | ||
| 2012 | #128 | #170 | |||
| 2013 | #156 | #217 | |||
| 2014 | #165 | #226 | |||
| 2015 | #172 | #265 | |||
| 2016 | #180 | #375 | |||
| 2017 | #171 | #273 | |||
| 2018 | #159 | #260 | |||
| 2019 | #159 | #297 | |||
| 2020 | #146 | #204 | |||
| 2021 | #148 | #232 | |||
| 2022 | #168 | #286 | |||
| 2023 | #174 | #276 | |||
| 2024 | #190 | #337 | |||
| 2025 | #192 | #346 | |||
| 1999 | #801 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Reese
Names Similar to Reese
Nicknames for Reese
- Ree
- Reesie
- Sees
- Eese
Famous People Named Reese
| Reese Witherspoon | Acclaimed American actress and producer |
| Reese Lansangan | Filipino singer-songwriter and visual artist |
| Reese Leysen | Belgian actress known for her role in "The White Queen" |
| Reese Phifer Jr. | American businessman and philanthropist |
| Reese Hartwig | Young American actor known for "Earth to Echo" |
| Reese Hoffa | American shot putter and Olympic medalist |
| Reese Dismukes | American football player and Auburn University standout |
| Reese Erlich | Award-winning American journalist and author |
| Reese Donahue | Guitarist of American rock band Diarrhea Planet |
| Reese Hatala | Canadian dancer and choreographer |
| Reese Cates | Professional American bull rider |
| Reese Koffler Stanfield | CEO of WellAdvised Ventures |
| Reese Roper | Musician and lead vocalist of Five Iron Frenzy |
| Reese Waters | American comedian and television host |
| Reese Connolly | Co-founder of the Central Park Track Club |
| Reese Youngn | American rapper and hip-hop artist |
| Reese Turbin | Founder of "The Communication Group" |
| Reese Romero | Founder of "Women of Color in Pharma" |
| Reese de Guzman | Filipino journalist and news anchor |
| Reese Felts | American writer and poet |
Characters Named Reese
| Reese Dixon | Grey's Anatomy - Medical resident in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Reese Witherspoon | BoJack Horseman - A fictionalized version of the actress in the show "BoJack Horseman" |
| Reese Kensington | Alias - A character in the TV series "Alias" |
| Reese Bravely | Zig & Sharko - Character in the animated series "Zig & Sharko" |
| Reese Adams | Person of Interest - AI-controlled character in the series "Person of Interest" |
| Reese Drake | CSI - NY - Fictional detective in "CSI - NY" |
| Reese Wilson | Heroes - A character with sonic abilities in the TV series "Heroes" |
| Reese Ingram | Criminal Minds - Serial killer in the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Reese Anderson | Suits - An attorney character in the TV show "Suits" |
| Reese Lemkin | Elementary - Fictional character in "Elementary" |
| Reese Hardin | Cruel Intentions - Character in the film "Cruel Intentions" |
| Reese Durby | Futurama - A character in the animated series "Futurama" |
| Reese Williams | Person of Interest - Character in "Person of Interest" |
| Reese Munroe | Haven - A character in the TV series "Haven" |
| Reese Markus | Nashville - A character in the TV show "Nashville" |
| Reese Holt | Shadowhunters - Character in the TV series "Shadowhunters" |
| Reese Ballard | Private Practice - Character in the TV series "Private Practice" |
| Reese Carpenter | The O.C. - A recurring character in the TV show "The O.C" |