Reaves

English occupational name

"bailiff"

Reaves Origin and Meaning

The name Reaves is a boy's name.

Reaves is an uncommon masculine surname-turned-first-name with English origins. It derives from the Middle English word "reeve," which referred to a local administrative official or land manager in medieval England. As a given name, Reaves carries a distinctive professional quality with aristocratic undertones. Its transition from surname to first name follows the popular trend of adopting family surnames as given names, particularly in American naming traditions. Reaves has a strong, crisp sound with its single-syllable pronunciation, making it distinctive while still being relatively straightforward. The name remains quite rare as a first name, giving it a unique quality for those who bear it.

Famous People Named Reaves

• Emily Grace Reaves American actress