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Reid vs Cairo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Reid Rank #300
Cairo Rank #356

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 vs #356 for Cairo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reid or Cairo more popular?

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 compared to Cairo at #356 in the United States.

What do Reid and Cairo mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Cairo means "the victorious (Arabic city name)" (Arabic (Al-Qahira) origin).

Are Reid and Cairo boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Cairo is primarily a boy name.

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