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Current rank (2025)#2480
Babies named Reef in 202554
Total recorded1,351
Peak year2021 (81 babies)
Highest rank ever#1900
Years in records1996–2025 (30 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 140 spots

Frequently asked about Reef

What does the name Reef mean?
Reef means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Reef?
Reef has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Reef?
Reef ranked #2480 in 2025 — given to 54 babies that year.
When was Reef most popular?
Reef peaked in 2021 with 81 babies registered that year.
Is Reef a boy or girl name?
Reef is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Reefs in registered births are male.
Is the name Reef rising or falling in popularity?
Reef has fallen 140 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2340 in 2020 to #2480 in 2025.
How long has Reef been recorded?
Reef appears in birth records across 30 years — from 1996 through 2025.

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