Surname · Welsh origin
Rees
Meaning
The surname Rees means Ardour, enthusiasm.
Origin
Welsh
Type
descriptive
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Rees
Rees comes from Rhys, “ardour” or “enthusiasm.”
What kind of surname is Rees?
Rees is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Welsh naming tradition — you can read how Welsh surnames were formed on our Welsh last names page.
Variants & spellings of Rees
You may also see this surname written as:
- Reece
Other Welsh surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Rees mean?
The surname Rees means Ardour, enthusiasm. Rees comes from Rhys, “ardour” or “enthusiasm.”
Where does the surname Rees come from?
Rees is a surname of Welsh origin.
What kind of surname is Rees?
Rees is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Rees?
Variant spellings of Rees include Reece.
What are other Welsh surnames?
Other Welsh surnames include Bevan, Bowen, Griffiths, Lloyd, Maddox, Meredith.