Reid

At a Glance: Name: Reid – Meaning: red-haired or ruddy-complexioned – Origin: Scottish/English (surname, from Older Scots 'reid') – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: REED

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Reid is pronounced REED and comes from the Older Scots word 'reid,' originally a Scottish and English surname describing someone red-haired or ruddy-complexioned. As a boy's name, it carries that classic, no-frills surname style while still feeling current. If you're drawn to short names with a clear linguistic story behind them, Reid delivers that.

Meaning & Origin of Reid

Meaning: Red-haired or ruddy-complexioned.

Origin: Scottish/English (surname, from Older Scots 'reid').

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Reid

Phonetic: REED   IPA: /ˈriːd/

Popularity of Reid

Reid hit its high point at #259 on the SSA list in 2013, when 1,373 boys received the name; by 2024 it had eased to #300, with 1,118 boys named Reid that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1886–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Reid mean?

Red-haired or ruddy-complexioned. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Reid)

How do you pronounce Reid?

Reid is pronounced REED (IPA: /ˈriːd/).

Is Reid a popular name right now?

Reid peaked at #259 in 2013 and is ranked #300 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2024.)

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