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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Red-haired or ruddy-complexioned
- Origin
- Scottish/English (surname, from Older Scots 'reid')
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- REED
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
REEDIPA /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.
Names Like Reid
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FAQ
What does the name Reid mean?
Red-haired or ruddy-complexioned. (Source: Wiktionary)
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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