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By Clare Green · Jul 2026

Reeve

OriginEnglish occupational name
Meaning"bailiff, sheriff, local official"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Reeve as a boy's name
NB Rank#4072

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The name Reeve peaked for girls at #5633 in 2017. Reeve is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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