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Reese

Anglicized form of Rhys.

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Reese is a boy/girl name.

GenderBoy/Girl
Language familyEnglish

Meaning and history

Anglicized form of Rhys. It is also used as a feminine name, popularized by the American actress Reese Witherspoon (1976-).

Notes and context

Usage: welsh, english

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