Reid vs King

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 #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Reid Rank #300

King Rank #343

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 vs #343 for King.

Is Reid or King more popular?

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Reid and King mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Reid and King boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.