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Reeves

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Pronounced REEVZ /ˈrivz/High

Meaning: From the English surname Reeves — 'son of the reeve' (a reeve being a medieval steward, bailiff or official); used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: Son of the reeve; of a steward: Reeves is a surname-name. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningFrom the English surname Reeves — 'son of the reeve' (a reeve being a medieval steward, bailiff or official); used for both sexes; here for girls
U.S. rank (2024)#8294 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 72

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420132024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Reeves comes from the English surname Reeves — 'son of the reeve' (a reeve being a medieval steward, bailiff or official). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'REEVZ').

In the U.S. it appears as a modern surname-name for both sexes. Rare, of-a-steward at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Reeves means 'son of the reeve' — a reeve being a medieval steward or bailiff — a crisp surname-name used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'REEVZ').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Reeves — surname-name; unisex

Variations

ReeveReaves

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Reeves mean?

Reeves is an English surname-name — 'son of the reeve' (a steward/bailiff); used for both sexes; here for a girl.

How do you pronounce Reeves?

It's said REEVZ /ˈrivz/ — one syllable.

Is Reeves a boy or girl name?

Reeves is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Reeves?

Reeves is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.

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