Reed vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reed

Boy #422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"lives near reeds"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Reed Rank #422

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #422 for Reed.

Is Reed or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Reed at #422 in the United States.

What do Reed and Brandon mean?

Reed means "lives near reeds" (Old English origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Reed and Brandon boy or girl names?

Reed is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.