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Reid vs Sutton

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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Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Reid Rank #300
Sutton Rank #442

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reid or Sutton more popular?

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Reid and Sutton mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Reid and Sutton boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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