gender neutral
Reid
red-haired
About Reid
Reid possesses a clean, crisp quality that appeals to parents seeking understated elegance. This one-syllable name packs considerable punch despite its brevity, offering simplicity without sacrificing substance. There's something inherently modern about Reid while simultaneously feeling established and trustworthy. The name suggests intelligence, clarity, and purpose—someone who thinks before acting and values straightforward communication.
In professional settings, Reid commands respect while remaining approachable. It's the kind of name that looks sharp on business cards, resumes, and diplomas. The spelling is phonetic and intuitive, eliminating the frustration of constant corrections.
Reid works beautifully as both a first name and pairs well with virtually any middle name, offering excellent flexibility in naming combinations. It crosses generational lines effortlessly, sounding contemporary on a child yet dignified on an adult.
The name's simplicity is actually its sophistication—in a world of increasingly elaborate names, Reid stands out through restraint and refinement.
Popularity of the Name Reid
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | #940 | ||||
| 1890 | #863 | ||||
| 1892 | #782 | ||||
| 1894 | #558 | ||||
| 1895 | #669 | ||||
| 1896 | #961 | ||||
| 1897 | #837 | ||||
| 1898 | #871 | ||||
| 1901 | #838 | ||||
| 1903 | #895 | ||||
| 1904 | #945 | ||||
| 1907 | #985 | ||||
| 1912 | #849 | ||||
| 1913 | #988 | ||||
| 1914 | #961 | ||||
| 1915 | #958 | ||||
| 1917 | #871 | ||||
| 1918 | #916 | ||||
| 1919 | #772 | ||||
| 1920 | #742 | ||||
| 1921 | #865 | ||||
| 1922 | #712 | ||||
| 1923 | #736 | ||||
| 1924 | #703 | ||||
| 1925 | #744 | ||||
| 1926 | #828 | ||||
| 1927 | #796 | ||||
| 1928 | #760 | ||||
| 1929 | #970 | ||||
| 1930 | #872 | ||||
| 1931 | #919 | ||||
| 1932 | #861 | ||||
| 1933 | #977 | ||||
| 1934 | #885 | ||||
| 1935 | #892 | ||||
| 1936 | #858 | ||||
| 1937 | #879 | ||||
| 1938 | #907 | ||||
| 1939 | #928 | ||||
| 1940 | #780 | ||||
| 1941 | #796 | ||||
| 1942 | #757 | ||||
| 1943 | #735 | ||||
| 1944 | #768 | ||||
| 1945 | #747 | ||||
| 1946 | #673 | ||||
| 1947 | #630 | ||||
| 1948 | #645 | ||||
| 1949 | #542 | ||||
| 1950 | #569 | ||||
| 1951 | #538 | ||||
| 1952 | #494 | ||||
| 1953 | #505 | ||||
| 1954 | #543 | ||||
| 1955 | #537 | ||||
| 1956 | #547 | ||||
| 1957 | #560 | ||||
| 1958 | #596 | ||||
| 1959 | #618 | ||||
| 1960 | #684 | ||||
| 1961 | #654 | ||||
| 1962 | #684 | ||||
| 1963 | #636 | ||||
| 1964 | #648 | ||||
| 1965 | #683 | ||||
| 1966 | #670 | ||||
| 1967 | #643 | ||||
| 1968 | #698 | ||||
| 1969 | #626 | ||||
| 1970 | #565 | ||||
| 1971 | #655 | ||||
| 1972 | #637 | ||||
| 1973 | #726 | ||||
| 1974 | #627 | ||||
| 1975 | #629 | ||||
| 1976 | #669 | ||||
| 1977 | #734 | ||||
| 1978 | #602 | ||||
| 1979 | #631 | ||||
| 1980 | #596 | ||||
| 1981 | #537 | ||||
| 1982 | #531 | ||||
| 1983 | #495 | ||||
| 1984 | #498 | ||||
| 1985 | #505 | ||||
| 1986 | #522 | ||||
| 1987 | #488 | ||||
| 1988 | #500 | ||||
| 1989 | #551 | ||||
| 1990 | #544 | ||||
| 1991 | #524 | #283 | |||
| 1992 | #455 | #279 | |||
| 1993 | #480 | #274 | |||
| 1994 | #432 | #262 | |||
| 1995 | #384 | #219 | #257 | ||
| 1996 | #443 | #332 | #256 | ||
| 1997 | #453 | #942 | #284 | ||
| 1998 | #423 | #926 | #308 | #231 | |
| 1999 | #448 | #236 | #276 | ||
| 2000 | #437 | #992 | #223 | ||
| 2001 | #451 | #278 | #231 | ||
| 2002 | #446 | #254 | |||
| 2003 | #459 | #332 | #218 | ||
| 2004 | #443 | #318 | #254 | ||
| 2005 | #425 | #294 | |||
| 2006 | #420 | #290 | |||
| 2007 | #424 | #363 | #214 | ||
| 2008 | #360 | #198 | |||
| 2009 | #348 | #396 | #171 | ||
| 2010 | #291 | #908 | #318 | #130 | |
| 2011 | #297 | #804 | #212 | #886 | #144 |
| 2012 | #292 | #671 | #268 | #151 | |
| 2013 | #259 | #551 | #178 | #141 | |
| 2014 | #261 | #684 | #285 | #161 | |
| 2015 | #278 | #823 | #224 | #833 | #176 |
| 2016 | #259 | #566 | #365 | #683 | #179 |
| 2017 | #288 | #579 | #192 | #214 | |
| 2018 | #288 | #554 | #191 | #244 | |
| 2019 | #292 | #566 | #211 | #847 | #244 |
| 2020 | #316 | #569 | #233 | #867 | #219 |
| 2021 | #299 | #565 | #310 | #862 | #250 |
| 2022 | #325 | #503 | #279 | #481 | #294 |
| 2023 | #315 | #536 | #187 | #264 | |
| 2024 | #300 | #466 | #405 | #289 | |
| 2025 | #293 | #426 | #253 | #413 | #243 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Reid
- Reed
- Reade
- Read
Names Similar to Reid
Nicknames for Reid
- Red
- Reidy
- Rei
- Reed
Famous People Named Reid
| Reid Hoffman | Co-founder of LinkedIn |
| Reid Scott | American actor known for his role in the TV series "Veep" |
| Reid Ewing | American actor known for his role in the TV series "Modern Family" |
| Reid Carruthers | Canadian curler and Olympic medalist |
| Reid Duke | American professional ice hockey player |
| Reid Brignac | American former professional baseball player |
| Reid Travis | American basketball player |
| Reid Perry | American musician and member of the band The Band Perry |
| Reid Bigland | Canadian automotive executive |
| Reid Flair | American professional wrestler |
| Reid Shippen | American music producer |
| Reid Stowe | American artist and adventurer |
| Reid Walker | Australian rugby player |
| Reid Priddy | American Olympic volleyball player |
| Reid Coolsaet | Canadian long-distance runner |
| Reid Druken | Canadian former professional ice hockey player |
| Reid Forgrave | American sports journalist |
| Reid Gorecki | American former professional baseball player |
| Reid Ryan | American businessman and former CEO of the Houston Astros |
| Reid Boucher | American professional ice hockey player |
Characters Named Reid
| Reid Garwin | Character from the film "The Covenant" |
| Reid Thompson | Character from the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Reid Richards | Character from the Marvel Comics universe |
| Reid Sanders | Character from the TV series "Chicago Med" |
| Reid Malenfant | Character from the novel "Vacuum Diagrams" by Stephen Baxter |
| Reid Fragel | Character from the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Reid Traylor | Character from the TV series "Breaking Pointe" |
| Reid Shinnosuke | Character from the TV series "Masked Rider" |
| Reid Jackman | Character from the TV series "Strange Empire" |
| Reid Ryan | Character from the TV series "The New Republic" |
| Reid MacManus | Character from the film "The Boondock Saints" |
| Reid Bennett | Character from the TV series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Reid Shelton | Character from the TV series "Days of Our Lives" |
| Reid Bardem | Character from the film "No Country for Old Men" |
| Reid Davenport | Character from the TV series "Fear the Walking Dead" |
| Reid Phillips | Character from the film "Hot Tub Time Machine" |
| Reid Sutherland | Character from the TV series "Desperate Housewives" |
| Reid Oliver | Character from the TV series "One Life to Live" |