Reiss Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Reiss

"A male given name."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2010 👥 263 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A male given name.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
263
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Reiss Mean?

Reiss is a surname of Old German origin, and was most commonly used by Ashkenazic Jewish people as a metonymic occupational name for a dealer in rice, or as an ornamental name from the Old High German word Reis ‘twig,’ ‘branch.’

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Reiss is a surname of Old German origin, and was most commonly used by Ashkenazic Jewish people as a metonymic occupational name for a dealer in rice, or as an ornamental name from the Old High German word Reis ‘twig,’ ‘branch.’

Root Element
Reiss
Core Meaning
"A male given name."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Reiss

R 9
E 5
I 9
S 1
S 1
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

📊 Reiss in Numbers

263 US bearers
2010 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Reiss" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~263 people named Reiss in the US. Peaked in 2010 with 15 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Reiss?

The Life Path number for Reiss is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 11.

Is Reiss a boy or girl name?

Reiss is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 76% male and 24% female.

How many people are named Reiss in the US?

Approximately 263 people in the United States are named Reiss. The name peaked in 2010 with 15 recorded uses.

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