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Redding
Pronounced RED-ing /ˈrɛd.ɪŋ/High
Meaning: From an English surname — 'son of the red one (Read)', or from a place 'the red/reedy clearing'; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Redding comes from an English surname — 'son of the red one' (from Read, 'red-haired'), or from a place-name, 'the red or reedy clearing' (routes layered, which we note). A soulful, modern surname-name (soul singer Otis Redding).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, son-of-the-red-haired-one at the (likely) root, and soulful.
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What does the name Redding mean?
Redding is English for 'son of the red-haired one' (or 'the reedy clearing'); the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Redding?
It's said RED-ing /ˈrɛd.ɪŋ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Redding a boy or girl name?
Redding is a boy's name.
How popular is Redding?
Redding is a rare name in the U.S.