Grady vs Reid

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grady

Boy #371 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, illustrious"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#371
Total SSA Count
882
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Reid

Boy #300 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old Scottish/Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#300
Total SSA Count
1,118
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Reid Rank #300

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Reid more popular?

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Grady and Reid mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin).

Are Grady and Reid boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Reid is primarily a boy name.

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