Reinhold Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRYN-hold / ˈraɪn.hoʊldGerman; Dutch
Meaning
German: 'counsel' or 'advice'; Dutch: 'strong' or 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Reinhold is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'ragin' meaning 'counsel' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'. It has been used in various forms across German-speaking countries and has historical significance in medieval Germanic culture. The name has also been adopted in Dutch-speaking regions, reflecting similar meanings of strength and bravery.
Trend Summary
Reinhold has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Reinhard
- Reinholdt
International Variants
- Reinhold (German)
- Reinhold (Dutch)
Famous people named Reinhold
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reinhold was first seen in the United States in 1882. Reinhold has ranked as high as #780 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois, South Dakota, and Nebraska. In the past 5 years the name Reinhold has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Reinhold (1930)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 11 | |
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 10 |
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 10 |
| 1897 | 9 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 11 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 18 |
| 1912 | 32 |
| 1913 | 41 |
| 1914 | 50 |
| 1915 | 65 |
| 1916 | 59 |
| 1917 | 72 |
| 1918 | 62 |
| 1919 | 38 |
| 1920 | 58 |
| 1921 | 51 |
| 1922 | 39 |
| 1923 | 31 |
| 1924 | 32 |
| 1925 | 36 |
| 1926 | 33 |
| 1927 | 27 |
| 1928 | 34 |
| 1929 | 27 |
| 1930 | 40 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 22 |
| 1933 | 23 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |