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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A ridge of rock or coral near the water's surface
- Origin
- English (word name)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- REEF
Reef is a modern word name for a boy or girl, taken directly from the English word for a ridge of rock or coral near the water's surface. It's pronounced REEF, straightforward and easy to say. As a word name, its meaning is exactly what it sounds like — no hidden history to trace.
Meaning & Origin of Reef
Meaning: A ridge of rock or coral near the water's surface.
Origin: English (word name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Reef
REEFIPA /ˈriːf/
Popularity of Reef
In 2024, 52 babies were named Reef, putting it at #2584 nationally. That's down from its high point in 2021, when 81 babies received the name and it ranked #1898.
Names Like Reef
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FAQ
What does the name Reef mean?
A ridge of rock or coral near the water’s surface. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Reef?
Reef is pronounced REEF (IPA: /ˈriːf/).
Is Reef a popular name right now?
Reef peaked at #1898 in 2021 and is ranked #2584 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1996–2024.)
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