All about the name REES

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Meaning, origin, history

Rees is a name of Welsh origin, meaning "ardent" or "enthusiastic." It is derived from the Welsh word "rydd" which means "ardor" or "zeal." The name has a rich history in Wales, where it was often given to boys born around the time of the feast day of Saint Rees, who was a 6th-century Welsh saint. Today, Rees is still a popular choice for boys' names in Wales and beyond, thanks to its unique sound and meaningful origin.

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Welsh

Popularity of the name REES since 1900

Birth evolution

Source: INSEE

Popularity analysis

Based on the statistics provided, the name Rees has seen a varying degree of popularity over the past two decades in the United States.

In 1999, there were 7 babies named Rees, which was the starting point for our data. The following years saw fluctuations in the number of births with this name, with a low of 5 births in both 2014 and 2015, and a peak of 14 births in 2010.

Interestingly, there seems to be a slight uptick in popularity for the name Rees in recent years. After reaching another low of 5 births in 2018, the number of babies named Rees has increased again, with 6 births in both 2021 and 2022, followed by another 5 births in 2023.

Overall, since 1999, there have been a total of 136 babies named Rees born in the United States. This shows that while it may not be one of the most popular names, Rees has maintained a consistent presence among American baby names over time.