How Many People Are Named Red?
Complete statistics for the name Red: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Red is a very rare name for boys, with only 159 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 2,072,211 Americans. The majority of those named Red are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older feel despite its recent rise in popularity.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes compassion, humanitarianism, and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 67All 380 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Red Through the Generations
Red stands out as a name that's seen a resurgence in recent years, with 18 babies born in 2024 alone marking its peak usage. this uptick, the average age of people named Red is 67, indicating that while the name is gaining traction among younger parents, it still resonates strongly with older generations. With 147 individuals under 30 and 233 over 60, Red's demographic leans heavily towards the latter, suggesting a name that's both nostalgic and forward-looking.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Red's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Red
How Many People Have the Name Red?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,033 people in the United States currently share the name Red. That works out to roughly 1 in every 163,035 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Red a Common or Rare Name?
Red is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Red Mean?
Red means "Modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Red in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Red Most Popular?
The name Red reached peak popularity in 2024, with 18 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Red?
Approximately 2,033 people named Red live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,033. That works out to roughly 1 in 163,035 Americans.
Is Red a rare name?
Red is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 163,035 Americans has this name.
What does the name Red mean?
Red means "Modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Red more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Red are male and 0% are female.
When was Red most popular?
Red peaked in 2024 with 18 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.