Reginal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationREH-jin-al / ˈrɛdʒɪnəlLatin; Old French
Meaning
Latin: 'regal'; Old French: 'kingly'
Historical & Cultural Background
Reginal is derived from the Latin name Reginaldus, which means 'ruler' or 'king'. It became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in England and France. The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring presence in Western culture.
Trend Summary
Reginal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Reginald
- Reggie
International Variants
- Reginaldo (Spanish/Portuguese)
- Réginald (French)
Famous people named Reginal
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Fictional characters named Reginal
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reginal was first seen in the United States in 1914. Reginal has ranked as high as #1031 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and California. In the past 5 years the name Reginal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Reginal (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 21 |
| 1951 | 34 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 39 |
| 1954 | 34 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1956 | 41 |
| 1957 | 46 |
| 1958 | 40 |
| 1959 | 41 |
| 1960 | 50 |
| 1961 | 52 |
| 1962 | 35 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 41 |
| 1965 | 58 |
| 1966 | 57 |
| 1967 | 67 |
| 1968 | 65 |
| 1969 | 71 |
| 1970 | 92 |
| 1971 | 69 |
| 1972 | 65 |
| 1973 | 60 |
| 1974 | 66 |
| 1975 | 43 |
| 1976 | 58 |
| 1977 | 52 |
| 1978 | 51 |
| 1979 | 50 |
| 1980 | 43 |
| 1981 | 56 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 35 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |