Feminine dossier · first seen 1892
Rea
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1958
Peak births
29
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
Quick answers about Rea
How many people are named Rea?
An estimated 1,077 living Americans are named Rea.
How rare is Rea?
Rea is very rare among babies today, with 24 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 17.2% from its 1958 peak.
How old is the typical Rea?
The median age of a living American named Rea is approximately 35 years, with most bearers falling between 15 and 60 years old.
Is Rea still popular?
Yes — Rea is currently rising in popularity, with 24 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.8× higher than the previous decade.
1892Peak 19582025
Peak year
1958
Decline from peak
17.2%
2025
24
All-time
1,873