Avery vs Reed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"lives near reeds"

Origin: Old English

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Avery Rank #259

Reed Rank #422

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #422 for Reed.

Is Avery or Reed more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Reed at #422 in the United States.

What do Avery and Reed mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Reed means "lives near reeds" (Old English origin).

Are Avery and Reed boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Reed is primarily a boy name.