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Reeve vs Timber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reeve

Boy #3,416 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Old English gerefa (administrator)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,416
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Reeve Rank #3,416
Timber Rank #3,268

Timber is more popular, ranked #3268 vs #3416 for Reeve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reeve or Timber more popular?

Timber is more popular, ranked #3268 compared to Reeve at #3416 in the United States.

What do Reeve and Timber mean?

Reeve means "from Old English gerefa (administrator)" (Old English origin). Timber means "wood, lumber, forest" (Old English origin).

Are Reeve and Timber boy or girl names?

Reeve is primarily a boy name. Timber is primarily a boy name.

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