Redus
A modern invented name likely related to the English word "red".
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Redus. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Redus today is around 69 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Redus births was 1918 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Redus. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Redus is about 69 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Redus' were born before 1967.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Redus. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1918
5 babies that year
Average age
69
years old
1937 SSA rank
#3,914
Tracked since 1880
Origin
Meaning and history of Redus
The name Redus is a rare and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have emerged from ancient Indo-European roots, potentially derived from the Proto-Indo-European word "redhus," which meant "to guide" or "to lead." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have originally been bestowed upon leaders or those who possessed a strong sense of direction.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Redus can be found in ancient Sanskrit texts from around the 5th century BCE. In these texts, the name is mentioned as belonging to a sage or wise man who imparted spiritual guidance to his followers. However, the exact details surrounding this historical figure remain elusive.
During the Middle Ages, the name Redus surfaced in various European regions, including parts of present-day Germany and Italy. In the 11th century, a German nobleman named Redus von Hagen was recorded as having participated in the Crusades, though the specifics of his involvement are unclear.
In the 15th century, a Italian artist and sculptor named Redus Bellini gained recognition for his intricate marble carvings adorning churches and cathedrals across Italy. Born in 1421 in Venice, his artistic legacy continues to be celebrated in numerous art historical texts.
The 17th century saw the rise of Redus Hayward, an English philosopher and theologian born in 1632. Hayward's extensive writings on metaphysics and the nature of the human soul garnered him a loyal following among intellectuals of his time.
Another notable figure bearing the name Redus was the 19th-century French explorer and cartographer, Redus Delacroix. Born in 1812, Delacroix's meticulous maps of uncharted territories in Africa and Asia contributed significantly to the geographic knowledge of the era.
While the name Redus has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, each leaving their unique mark on the world around them.
People
Redus + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Redus: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Redus?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Redus going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Redus a common name?
We classify Redus as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Redus most popular?
The single biggest year for Redus was 1918, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Redus is about 69 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Redus a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Redus in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.