Reading Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Reading Name at a Glance

Name	Reading
Meaning	Son of Reed.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Reading Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Reading means “Son of Reed”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Reading Name Origin

Our database records Reading under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Reading a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Reading is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Reading

When considering Reading for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.