Reeves
Reeves is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Bailiff, steward, or official.
Origin and history
Reeves originated as an English occupational surname derived from the Old English title for a local administrative official or bailiff. Historically rare as a given name, it has seen a mild rise in modern U.S. usage as part of the trend toward using traditional surnames for boys. Its crisp sound and connection to heritage surnames give it a refined, classic quality.
Popularity in the United States
977 babies in the United States have been named Reeves since 1880. It ranks #3705 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1695.
States where it is most popular
- TX (46.6 %)
- GA (19.2 %)
- NC (16.4 %)
- SC (11 %)
- TN (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 71 |
| 1920-1930 | 94 |
| 1930-1940 | 49 |
| 1940-1950 | 45 |
| 1950-1960 | 25 |
| 1960-1970 | 14 |
| 1970-1980 | 19 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 88 |
| 2000-2010 | 106 |
| 2010-2019 | 229 |
| 2020-2029 | 232 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Middle English 'reeve', an official who managed an estate or district for a feudal lord.
- Reeves has grown in visibility in recent years alongside other occupational surname-names like Brooks and Hayes.