Reva

Reva is an Indian name for girls. It means "the one who moves."

What does the name Reva mean?

The name Reva has its origin in Sanskrit and is used as a girl's name. It is derived from the Sanskrit word Revā (रेवा), which means "the one who moves." Additionally, Reva also serves as a diminutive of the name Rebecca, which means "the one who creates connections." In Tahitian, Reva is associated with "firmament."

Where does the name Reva come from?

Reva is a feminine first name that comes from Sanskrit and means "the one who moves." The term Revā (रेवा) is composed of Sanskrit words. The name is widespread in several languages, including English, Hebrew, Hindi, Hindu, Indian, and Tahitian.

How do you pronounce Reva?

The pronunciation of Reva is clear and two-syllable. The name is pronounced as "Re-va" [ˈʁeːva] or [ˈreːva], starting with a long E sound that conveys a bright tone. The soft V in the middle provides a gentle transition to the open final syllable. Reva sounds simple and modern and has a friendly, harmoniously balanced note.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Reva enjoys great popularity. It currently ranks 2,358th among the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2007, when it reached 1,198th place. In the last ten years, Reva has been given as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,615th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,452nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Reve

Famous people

• Elke Reva Sudin (artist from America)
• Reva Brooks (Canadian photographer)
• Reva Rice (American actress)
• Reva Unterman (writer from Great Britain)
• Reva Urban (American painter)