Name Profile
Red
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllable
About Red
Red appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1888 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 321 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationRed
Syllables1
Nicknames for Red
Red is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Red is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Red for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Red had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Red James
- Red Alexander
- Red Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Red mean?
Red means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Red a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Red is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Red pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Red.