Reeves Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Reeves Name at a Glance

Name	Reeves
Meaning	Son of Reeve. Surname. The medieval castle or landholding reeve oversaw all feudal obligations.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Reeves Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Reeves means “Son of Reeve. Surname. The medieval castle or landholding reeve oversaw all feudal obligations”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Reeves Name Origin

Our database records Reeves under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Reeves a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Reeves is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Reeves

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