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Reeve

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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈɹiːv/
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Meaning & History

Occupational name derived from Middle English reeve, Old English (ge)refa meaning "sheriff, prefect, local official".

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Rootgerefa
VariantsReeves, Revie

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Entry updated November 20, 2020

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