Redd

♂ Boy

Pronounced RED /ˈrɛd/High

Meaning: A spelling of Red — from the English word/nickname 'red', for red hair or a ruddy complexion; a color/word nameLow

In 30 seconds: Red; red-haired; ruddy: Redd spells Red. Crisp, modern, and warm.

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningA spelling of Red — from the English word/nickname 'red', for red hair or a ruddy complexion; a color/word name

U.S. rank (2024)#9646 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 125

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Redd is a spelling of Red — from the English word/nickname 'red', for red hair or a ruddy complexion; a color/word name. A crisp, modern name (borne by the comedian Redd Foxx; said 'RED').

In the U.S. it appears as a nickname-style name. Rare, red-haired at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Red is an English nickname for red hair or a ruddy complexion — Redd is a spelling, crisp and bold (said 'RED').

Overall data confidence 32%

References — Redd — English color/nickname name

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Redd mean?

Redd spells Red — English 'red; red-haired; ruddy', a color/nickname name.

How do you pronounce Redd?

It's said RED /ˈrɛd/ — one syllable.

Is Redd a boy or girl name?

Redd is a boy's name.

How popular is Redd?

Redd is a very rare name in the U.S.