Names that Mean Red or Redhead

Ancient martyr name that sounds totally modern, but perhaps too close to rumor.

With its rich aural relation to names like Aubrey and Audrey, this color name could be the next Amber, or Scarlett.

Ro- names are on the rise — think Roman, Rory, and Rowan — but straightforward and streamlined Row (and Rowe, Roe, and Ro) takes this trend to the next level. The pared-down single syllable gives Row an ultra-cool edge.

A strong, warm name and a strong warm color. Would make an excellent alternative to August or Aubrey.

The Reid spelling is surprisingly more popular than the naturey Reed for both boys and girls, though more than 95% of little Reids are male.

Associated with a vivid red-orange-colored lacquer, would make a more than distinctive color-related choice.

An old English redhead name -- one of the few that doesn't begin with the letter r -- with references both to a famous French knight and a magical horse.

Roone is a lively, attractive and unusual redhead entry brought into the mix by the late TV sports and news executive Roone Arledge, who seemed to own it as a one-person name when he was alive.

Spicy but insubstantial nickname name.

Sleek, unisex surname rarely heard for girls -- which could be seen as an asset.

Signifying the first rays of sun, Rohit is a wildly popular name in India, where it is connected to the Hindu God Vishnu. Along with Hindus, Rohit is also used among Jains and Sikhs.

A feminine form of Rufus, which has potential in the current trend for ancient Roman names.

The Spanish form of popular Ruby is another addition to the list of attractive gem names for girls.

Flanagan is an elabortion of Flann, and cousin of Flynn and Finn: a member of the family of colorful Irish red-headed names. This one is lively and undiscovered.

Although we think Scarlett is plenty feminine enough without the uber-girly -ette suffix, this variation has been in the Top 1000 since 2011.

A colorful French surname that could appeal to English speakers.

Everyone will assume you're honoring actor Robert, which isn't too probable.

Along with many other Irish surnames, Conley is picking up in use among both boys and girls.