Reddington

“Red settlement”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10550US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

68All-time births

📅 Since 201400

How to pronounce Reddington

RED·ingt·un

/ˈrɛd.ɪŋt.ən/ · stress on RED · 3 syllables

“Red settlement”

American origin · Boy name

What does Reddington mean and where does it come from?

Reddington is a surname believed to have originated as a place name in England, deriving from the Old English elements 'read', meaning red, and 'ington', denoting a settlement or village. The name can be traced back to at least the 13th century. It may also refer to the character Raymond Reddington

Cultural significance

Reddington has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of red settlement.

Peak popularity

Reached #6660 in 2018 — currently #10550 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Reddington?

Reddington works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Reddington Grace

How popular is Reddington right now?

Falling — down 3399 spots — currently #10550 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#10550 · Top 7.8%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10550	7	▼ down 3399 · -42% births
2022	#7151	12	▲ up 315 · +9% births
2021	#7466	11	▲ up 1118 · +22% births
2020	#8584	9	▼ down 1533 · -25% births
2015	#7051	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Reddington

Best Year2015Rank #7051

Peak Count12

Average Rank#8160

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Reddington

Reddington is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2014. With 68 total births recorded, Reddington remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7051 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10550 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Reddington in 2018:

Liam Noah William James Oliver

💎Reddington has only 68 total recorded births since 2014 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Reddington?

Common

RedReIngton

What names sound and feel like Reddington?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Reddington also consider these

American · Town of Benjamin

Kerrington

American · from the place

Lexington

American · English

Edgington

English · A English name

Edington

English · A English name

Rhemington

English · From the estate

Common questions about the name Reddington

What does the name Reddington mean?

Reddington means "Red settlement" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Reddington?

Reddington is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Reddington have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Reddington?

Reddington originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Reddington?

Reddington is a three-syllable name pronounced R EH1 D IH0 NG T AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Reddington?

Reddington pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.