Boy Name · Scottish Origin
Reid
Reid is a boy baby name of Scottish origin, meaning "Red-haired". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Reid often also consider Reed.
Reid meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Red-haired
Origin: Scottish naming roots help connect Reid to related Scottish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Reid as R·E·I·D, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Reid is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Reid variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Reida, Reide, Reidy.
- Nicknames: Reid works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Reid with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Reid middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Reed, Reta, Reda, Retha, Reita — full picks on the sibling names for Reid guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Reid? Browse our names like Reid guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Reid
What does the name Reid mean?
Reid means "Red-haired" and is of Scottish origin.
What is the origin of Reid?
Reid originates in Scottish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Reid?
Reid has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Reid a boy's or girl's name?
Reid is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Reid in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Reid sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Reid?
Names that share Reid's sound and style include Reed, Reta, Reda, Retha, Reita.
What middle names pair well with Reid?
Good middle-name fits for Reid pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Reid is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Reid is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Reid?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Reid share its rhythm without rhyming — Reed, Reta, Reda all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.