Girl Name · Hebrew Origin
Reva
Considering Reva? It is a girl name whose meaning is "To return", rooted in Hebrew naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Riva.
Reva meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: To return
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Reva to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Reva as R·E·V·A, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Reva is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Reva variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Revaa, Revae, Revay, Rev.
- Nicknames: Reva works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Reva with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Reva middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Riva, Reba, Ruby, Rubi, Roby — full picks on the sibling names for Reva guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Reva? Browse our names like Reva guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Reva
What does the name Reva mean?
Reva means "To return" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Reva?
Reva originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Reva?
Reva has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Reva a boy's or girl's name?
Reva is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Reva in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Reva sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Reva?
Names that share Reva's sound and style include Riva, Reba, Ruby, Rubi, Roby.
What middle names pair well with Reva?
Good middle-name fits for Reva pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Reva is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Reva is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Reva?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Reva share its rhythm without rhyming — Riva, Reba, Ruby all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.