Reid vs Jake

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 #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

English American Australian

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Reid Rank #300

Jake Rank #423

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 vs #423 for Jake.

Is Reid or Jake more popular?

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Reid and Jake mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Reid and Jake boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.