Reata

“a place where the moon rises” — Associated with the imagery of the moon and its rising

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9527US 2022

11Births / yr

↑Rising

129All-time births

📅 Since 193300

How to pronounce Reata

RAY·AH·tuh

/ˈreɪ.ˈɑ.tə/ · stress on RAY · 3 syllables

“a place where the moon rises”

Associated with the imagery of the moon and its rising · American origin

What does Reata mean and where does it come from?

Reata is a name of Native American origin, often associated with the imagery of the moon and its rising. The name has become increasingly popular in the United States, particularly in the southwestern regions where Native American culture has a significant influence. It gained broader attention due

Cultural significance

Reata has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a place where the moon rises.

Peak popularity

Reached #3416 in 1937 — currently #9527 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Reata?

Reata works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Reata Grace

How popular is Reata right now?

Rising fast — up 1427 spots — currently #9527 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2022#9527 · Top 7.0%

2015

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#9527	11	▲ up 1427 · +22% births
2021	#10954	9	▲ up 176 · +13% births
2020	#11130	8	▼ down 2619 · -38% births
2015	#8511	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Reata

Best Year2015Rank #8511

Peak Count13

Average Rank#10031

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20224 years

The story of Reata

Reata entered American naming records in 1933 and has been in use for over 91 years. With 129 total births recorded, Reata remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8511 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9527 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Reata in 1937:

Mary Barbara Patricia Shirley Betty

Reata by decade

Reata peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	13
1940s	5
2000s	16
2010s ★	87
2020s	8

💎Reata has only 129 total recorded births since 1933 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Reata?

Common

ReaReatReatieReaty

What names sound and feel like Reata?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Reata also consider these

Reatta

American · a string

Reada

American · One who is

Reatha

American · A derived form

Leata

American · A combination of

Neata

American · English

Rheata

American · Flowing like a

Common questions about the name Reata

What does the name Reata mean?

Reata means "a place where the moon rises" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Reata?

Reata is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Reata have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Reata?

Reata originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Reata?

Reata is a three-syllable name pronounced R EY1 AA1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Reata?

Reata pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.