Reid vs River

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 #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

English American Australian

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Reid Rank #300

River Rank #112

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #300 for Reid.

Is Reid or River more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Reid at #300 in the United States.

What do Reid and River mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Reid and River boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.