Redd

At a Glance: Name: Redd – Meaning: red, likely referencing red or ruddy hair – Origin: English (nickname, from 'red') – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: RED

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Redd is a short, modern name used for boys and girls alike, pronounced simply RED. It comes from the English word "red" and started as a nickname, likely for someone with red or ruddy hair. As a name on its own rather than a nickname for something longer, it fits a spare, minimalist naming style.

Meaning & Origin of Redd

Meaning: Red, likely referencing red or ruddy hair.

Origin: English (nickname, from 'red').

Source: Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Redd

Phonetic: RED   IPA: /ˈrɛd/

Popularity of Redd

Redd has stayed rare in U.S. Social Security data from 2006 to 2024, peaking at #5806 in 2022 with 16 babies given the name, then falling to #9646 in 2024 with just 8.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2006–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Redd mean?

Red, likely referencing red or ruddy hair. (Source: Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redd_(given_name))

How do you pronounce Redd?

Redd is pronounced RED (IPA: /ˈrɛd/).

Is Redd a popular name right now?

Redd peaked at #5806 in 2022 and is ranked #9646 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2006–2024.)

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