Reva
Reva first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1921, when 351 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Reva popular?
Vintage Reva is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
| 2020s | 393 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 571 | |
| 2000s | 423 | |
| 1990s | 517 | |
| 1980s | 906 | |
| 1970s | 503 | |
| 1960s | 988 | |
| 1950s | 1,582 | |
| 1940s | 1,795 | |
| 1930s | 2,379 | |
| 1920s | 3,108 | |
| 1910s | 2,067 | |
| 1900s | 593 | |
| 1890s | 212 | |
| 1880s | 11 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Reva mean?
From Sanskrit reva (रेवा), an ancient name of the sacred Narmada river, connoting flowing water. Well established.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Reva mean?
Reva means the Narmada river. From Sanskrit reva (रेवा), an ancient name of the sacred Narmada river, connoting flowing water. Well established.
What is the origin of the name Reva?
Reva is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Reva?
Reva is pronounced “RAY-vah.”
Is Reva a boy or a girl name?
Reva is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Reva a popular name right now?
Reva is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
How popular is the name Reva?
In 2025, Reva ranked #1986 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Reva most popular?
Reva was most popular in 1921, when about 351 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Reva?
Names similar to Reva include Diya, Aadhya, Riya, Asha, Meera.
What names go well with Reva?
sanskrit names that pair well with Reva include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.