Reeva
Pronounced: REE-vah
Meaning: Leaping one, Narmada River
Gender: Girl
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Indian English (Modern Indian)
What does Reeva mean?
Reeva is a modern spelling of Reva, a Sanskrit name closely associated with the Narmada, one of India’s major rivers. Reva is traditionally understood as “the leaping one” or “one that moves”, an image that suits flowing water.
With its clear, melodic sound, Reeva feels polished and contemporary while retaining a strong connection to Indian language and landscape. The double e spelling gives it an especially accessible reading for English speakers.
❤️ Why Parents Choose This Name
- It has a bright, flowing sound that is easy to say.
- Its river association gives the name a subtle nature connection.
- Reeva feels modern while drawing on an established Sanskrit name.
- The spelling helps guide English speakers towards the intended Ree-vah pronunciation.
- It is distinctive without being difficult to spell or remember.
Historical Context
Reeva is generally used as an English spelling of Reva, from Sanskrit Revā. Revā is an ancient name for the Narmada River in central India and is linked with a Sanskrit root conveying movement or leaping. The spelling Reeva is a modern transliteration choice, rather than a separate traditional Sanskrit form.
Original Form
Variants of Reeva
International Variants
| Name | Language |
|---|---|
| Reva |  Sanskrit (Indian) |
Great Middle Names for Reeva
Reeva pairs especially well with concise middle names that give its flowing sound a crisp finish.
- Reeva Claire
- Reeva Juliet
- Reeva Maeve
- Reeva Noor
- Reeva Priya
- Reeva Simone
Sibling names that go well with Reeva
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Popularity of Reeva over time
In 2025, Reeva was given to 97 girls in the UK. Reeva has remained fairly steady over the last 10 years, and remains an uncommon girls' name in the UK.
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