About Reavis
The surname Reavis is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Raeff" or "Raf," which means "counsel" or "advice." The suffix "-is" is a patronymic ending, indicating "son of." Therefore, Reavis can be interpreted as "son of Raeff" or "son of Raf." Over time, the surname has evolved and become more anglicized. Today, individuals with the surname Reavis can be found primarily in the United States.
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The surname Reavis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Reavis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Reavis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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