All about the name REEVES

Meaning, origin, history.

Reeves is an uncommon given name of English origin, derived from the occupational surname Reeves, which means 'baker'. It gained popularity as a given name in the mid-20th century and has since been borne by notable individuals such as actor Keanu Reeves.

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Popularity of the name REEVES since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Reeves has seen a fluctuation in popularity over the past decade, with birth numbers ranging from 5 to 9 per year. The highest peak occurred recently in 2021 and 2023, while there was a slight dip between 2016 and 2017 as no births were recorded for those years. Overall, Reeves has been chosen for 59 newborns since 2013.