Reid vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reid

Boy #300 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old Scottish/Old English

Scottish Irish English American

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Reid Rank #300

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #300 for Reid.

Is Reid or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Reid at #300 in the United States.

What do Reid and Avery mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Reid and Avery boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.