Rece
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Enthusiasm, ardor, or fiery warrior
Origin: Welsh
Popularity: Ranked #8768 in 2025 with 9 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Reece. Shares the meaning 'Enthusiasm, ardor, or fiery warrior.'
Similar names: reece, rechel, race, rechy, reese, reeve, rene, renea
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Rece? About 1 in 369,833 babies born in 2025 were named Rece, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Rece
What does the name Rece mean?
Rece means “Enthusiasm, ardor, or fiery warrior” from Welsh roots.
What is the origin of the name Rece?
Rece has Welsh origin. The traditional meaning is “Enthusiasm, ardor, or fiery warrior”.
How popular is Rece?
Rece ranked #8243 in 2025 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Rece most popular?
Rece peaked in 2002 with 51 babies registered that year.
Is Rece a boy or girl name?
Rece is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Reces in registered births are male.
Is the name Rece rising or falling in popularity?
Rece has risen 2705 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10948 in 2020 to #8243 in 2025.
How long has Rece been recorded?
Rece appears in birth records across 30 years — from 1995 through 2025.