Reaves Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Reaves

"A surname originating as an occupation."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1924 👥 24 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A surname originating as an occupation.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
24
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Reaves Mean?

Reaves is a surname. Notable people with the name include:Austin Reaves, American basketball player Darrin Reaves, American football running back free agent Emily Grace Reaves, American actress and model James Reaves, American basketball player Jeremy Reaves, American football free safety Jessi Reaves, American artist John Reaves (1950–2017), American football player Jordan Reaves, Canadian football defensive lineman Ken Reaves, American football defensive back Linda Reaves (1949–1985), American murder victim Mallory Reaves, American writer Michael Reaves (1950–2023), American writer Pearl Reaves (1929–2000), American singer and guitarist Ryan Reaves, Canadian-American professional ice hockey player Shawn Reaves, American actor Willard Reaves, American-Canadian gridiron football ru

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Reaves is a surname. Notable people with the name include:Austin Reaves, American basketball player Darrin Reaves, American football running back free agent Emily Grace Reaves, American actress and model James Reaves, American basketball player Jeremy Reaves, American football free safety Jessi Reaves, American artist John Reaves (1950–2017), American football player Jordan Reaves, Canadian football defensive lineman Ken Reaves, American football defensive back Linda Reaves (1949–1985), American murder victim Mallory Reaves, American writer Michael Reaves (1950–2023), American writer Pearl Reaves (1929–2000), American singer and guitarist Ryan Reaves, Canadian-American professional ice hockey player Shawn Reaves, American actor Willard Reaves, American-Canadian gridiron football ru

Root Element
Reaves
Core Meaning
"A surname originating as an occupation."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Reaves

R 9
E 5
A 1
V 4
E 5
S 1
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
11
Soul Urge
Intuition & Insight
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

📊 Reaves in Numbers

24 US bearers
1924 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Reaves" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A surname originating as an occupation.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~24 people named Reaves in the US. Peaked in 1924 with 6 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Reaves?

The Life Path number for Reaves is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 11. Personality: 5.

Is Reaves a boy or girl name?

Reaves is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Reaves in the US?

Approximately 24 people in the United States are named Reaves. The name peaked in 1924 with 6 recorded uses.

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