Reva

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Pronounced REHV-a /ˈrɛv.æ/Medium

Meaning: One that movesMedium

In 30 seconds: Reva means 'one that moves' and comes out of Hindu tradition. It is short, flowing, and easy to say across languages.

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Origin MediumHinduism, Hindi

MeaningOne that moves

U.S. rank (2024)#2731 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births63 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1921

Total births (all-time)≈ 15,950

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

In its Hindu origin, Reva carries the sense of 'one that moves,' a meaning tied to flowing, restless motion. The name appears in the spelling Réva with an accent, but the core form stays the same. Its simplicity has helped it travel well beyond its source culture.

Two open vowels give Reva a soft, rolling sound, and the accented variant Réva shows how the name adapts to different writing systems while keeping its gentle rhythm.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Reva is 'one that moves', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name - Reva — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Réva

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Reva mean?

Reva is usually explained as meaning 'one that moves' and is most often linked with Hinduism tradition.

How do you pronounce Reva?

It's commonly said REHV-a /ˈrɛv.æ/.

Is Reva a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Reva is used as a girl name.

How popular is Reva?

In 2024, Reva ranked #2731 in the U.S. for girls, with 63 births recorded.