| Meaning | red-haired |
| Origin | Scottish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Reid |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Reid |
About Reid
Reid breaks the mold with its crisp, single-syllable strength. Traditionally considered unisex, Reid on a girl makes a powerful statement about defying conventions and embracing individuality. The name has a modern, forward-thinking quality that appeals to parents looking beyond traditionally feminine choices. Reid is straightforward—no unnecessary letters, no confusion about pronunciation. It's memorable precisely because it's unexpected for a daughter. The name carries a certain coolness, a confidence that suggests capability and determination. Reid pairs beautifully with more elaborate middle names or stands strong on its own. It's perfect for families who value substance over frills.
Nicknames for Reid
| Red |
| Rei |
| Reidy |
| Dee |
Famous People Named Reid
| Reid Brignac | American softball player |
| Reidun Tatham | Norwegian politician |
| Reid Holly | American painter |
| Reid Kanemaru | Japanese actress |
| Reid Rognlien | Canadian rower |
| Reid Johnson | Australian musician |
| Reid Carruthers | Canadian curler |
| Reid Denny | Canadian politician |
| Reid Mihalko | American sex educator |
| Reid Hoffman | American entrepreneur |
| Reid Watts | New Zealand rugby player |
| Reid Duke | American professional gamer |
| Reid Anderson | American jazz musician |
| Reid Carolin | American film producer |
| Reid Lance Rosenthal | American author |
| Reid Priddy | American volleyball player |
| Reid Travis | American basketball player |
| Reid Scott | Canadian artist |
| Reid Shippen | American music producer |
Characters Named Reid
| Reid Brennan | Character from the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Reid Davis | Character from the novel "Tangerine" by Christine Mangan |
| Reid Ellis | Character from the TV series "Las Vegas" |
| Reid Halsey | Character from the movie "The Faculty" |
| Reid Hershel | Character from the video game series "Tales of Eternia" |
| Reid Schiff | Character from the TV series "Suits" |
| Reid Nightwind | Character from the book "The Land of Elyon - Into the Mist" by Patrick Carman |
| Reid Shelly | Character from the TV series "Haven" |
| Reid Bennett | Character from the book "This Heart of Mine" by Susan Elizabeth Phillips |
| Reid Garwin | Character from the movie "The Covenant" |
| Reid Sylver | Character from the book "The Moon and More" by Sarah Dessen |
| Reid Buchanan | Character from the book "Nora Roberts Bride Quartet" series |
| Reid Paloma | Character from the TV series "Blindspot" |
| Reid Malenfant | Character from the novel "Vacuum Diagrams" by Stephen Baxter |
| Reid Wyndham | Character from the book "The Duke and I" by Julia Quinn |
| Reid Delancy | Character from the TV series "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Reid Thompson | Character from the TV series "Ghost Whisperer" |
| Reid Burton | Character from the TV series "Unforgettable" |
| Reid Bardem | Character from the movie "No Country for Old Men" |
| Reid Carmichael | Character from the TV series "Rizzoli & Isles" |