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Reed

A name of English origins, the meaning of Reed is 'red haired' or somebody with a 'ruddy' appearance and is a variant of the name Reid. It is commonly used as a last name and was derived from the Olde English word 'read', meaning 'red'. The name is also a name with biblical significance as in Hebrew, the name Reed meant 'cane'. One famous personality with this name is Reed Deming. He is a singer who became famous after appearing on 'The X-Factor' and plays several instruments including the keyboard, guitar, bass, alto sax, and tenor sax. Another famous personality is the meteorologist Reed Timmer, who appeared on Discovery Channel's reality show, 'Storm Chasers'. As a child, he was the national champion in the 'Tree Identification' event at the 1966 Science Olympiad.

Gender

Girl

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

red-haired

Origin

English

Numerology

R is for romp, you know how to have fun!

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

E is for expressive, not one to hold within.

D is for desire, your thoughts do aspire.

Lucky

Reed lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Reed in Pop Culture

  • Mars Roman god of war
  • Mars red planet named for the god
  • "Veronica Mars " TV show and its main character
  • Reed Carlson a minor character on the show The O.C.
  • Joanna Reed from movie "Last Night" played by Keira Knightley
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