Rea Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rea originates from Latin, meaning 'flowing stream' or 'river', and is linked to the Greek goddess Rhea. It has evolved from its ancient roots into a contemporary name. Rea is often associated with nature and has gained popularity in modern times. It does not have biblical relevance, and notable individuals with this name include Rea Garvey and Rea Lentz.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rea"
Pronunciation
/ˈriːə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Rea is derived from the Latin word 'rea', which means 'a flowing stream' or 'river'. It can also be associated with the Greek goddess Rhea, who was the mother of the gods.
Meaning
flowing stream, river, mother of gods
Language Evolution
Rhea (Ancient Greek), Rea (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Rea gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine given name, often inspired by its mythological roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhea, Reya, Ree
Modern Popularity & Image
Rea is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with nature and femininity.
Famous People
Rea Garvey (Irish singer), Rea Lentz (American artist)
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Boy Name Trend
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Rea Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rea"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rea"
"Rea" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3387th of 7545 | 95 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3812th of 6773 | 66 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5200th of 7552 | 29 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1947th of 9107 | 333 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2128th of 9204 | 290 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2592nd of 12526 | 362 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4494th of 19264 | 203 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6810th of 27321 | 177 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7752nd of 35406 | 229 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6409th of 30306 | 226 |
Regional Popularity of "Rea" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rea" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
66.48% 2983rd/4487 |
- | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rea"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rea" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Rea" in the United States
The name Rea is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rea has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rea' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3387th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3812th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5200th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1947th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2128th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2592nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4494th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6810th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6409th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rea' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.