Reed

Reed is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Reed isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Reed is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Reed was, in the past month, the 1486th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Reed is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Reed was viewed 45 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Reed's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Reed is most adored in Maine, West Virginia and North Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Kansas, Arizona and Indiana.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Reed.

Most popular breeds named Reed:

1. Shetland Sheepdog
2. Mastiff
3. Cairn Terrier

Reed is found in these categories:

british

Associated with common surnames and natural landscapes in the UK.

scottish

Associated with Scottish surname "Reid", meaning red-haired.

old-fashioned

Historically popular, this moniker harks back to simpler, bygone canine times.

spiritual

Reed symbolizes protection and spiritual growth in various cultures and religions.