Is Reeva ok to use?

[independencedaybaby]

My husband and I love the name Reeva, and as he is Indian it's lovely that is a Sanskrit name as well.
However we are worried that there are still too many associations with the sad case of Reeva Steenkamp and just wanted your opinions on this? I guess plenty of people call their kids Oscar and don't make the association with a murderer.

Would really like to hear your thoughts on this as we love the name

Thank you all for your thoughtful and honest responses. You’ve certainly given us a lot to think about. All the best!

Hi, I’m proud to have a 2yrar old little girl named Reeva. I remember being pregnant and thinking of different names that were unique but not silly and I just loved the name Reeva (also because it has some Indian origin in it and she is half Indian) but also because her daddy loves rivers and fishing and Reeva is ‘river’ in French. It was just meant to be. I can honestly say I have not come across one person who has disliked the name. Most people have either loved it or been really intrigued by it as they have never heard of it..despite the whole Reeva/Oscar case. I love that it is rare, unique and it’s always interesting seeing how people react to it as almost always they have something positive to say about the name. I say go for it! 😉 x

I had to google to see who Reeva Steenkamp is!

I really don't think it's an issue.

I think it's fine. I doubt the connection with Reeva in South Africa will carry much resonance for your daughter's generation. It's pretty too.

Thank you for this. You’re right we love the name. Thank you for sharing your experiences xxx

Reeva is ‘river’ in French

It isn't.

Lovely name.

There was a toddler Reeva at a park I was in with my daughter recently.

It’s a pretty name. Yes people might think of Reeva Steenkamp but she wasn’t a bad person. It’s not like calling your child Myra or something which really would raise eyebrows.

I did immediately think of Reeva Steenkamp. However, we have an Azariah and did think people would think of Azaria Chamberlain...twice in nearly 6 years has it been mentioned and even then to ask if the origins are Australian. I would go with it as it is a beautiful name and lovely that it reflects both cultures of DD.

Yes people might think of Reeva Steenkamp but she wasn’t a bad person

Wtaf???

Rivière is French for river.