Reggie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationREH-jee / /ˈrɛdʒi/English; German
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Reginald; German: Powerful ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Reggie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Reginald, which has roots in Old German. The name Reginald was popularized in England during the Norman Conquest. Over time, Reggie has become a standalone name, particularly in the 20th century. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Trend Summary
Reggie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable increase in usage during the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Reg
- Reggie
International Variants
- Reginaldo (Spanish)
- Régi (Hungarian)
Famous people named Reggie
Reggie Jackson is a former professional baseball player known for his time with the Oakland Athletics and New York Yankees.
Reggie Miller is a retired professional basketball player who played for the Indiana Pacers and is known for his three-point shooting.
Reggie White was a professional American football player and a Hall of Fame defensive end.
Reggie Lewis was a professional basketball player who played for the Boston Celtics.
Fictional characters named Reggie
Reggie Mantle is a character from the Archie Comics series, known as a rival to Archie Andrews.
Reggie Rocket is a character from the animated series Rocket Power, known for his adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reggie was first seen in the United States in 1906. Reggie has ranked as high as #813 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, New York, Louisiana, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Reggie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Reggie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| UT | 8 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| MN | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 28 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 25 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 32 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 44 |
| 1937 | 32 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 47 |
| 1940 | 85 |
| 1941 | 102 |
| 1942 | 98 |
| 1943 | 96 |
| 1944 | 92 |
| 1945 | 96 |
| 1946 | 106 |
| 1947 | 102 |
| 1948 | 110 |
| 1949 | 110 |
| 1950 | 137 |
| 1951 | 132 |
| 1952 | 126 |
| 1953 | 136 |
| 1954 | 122 |
| 1955 | 162 |
| 1956 | 160 |
| 1957 | 198 |
| 1958 | 229 |
| 1959 | 263 |
| 1960 | 269 |
| 1961 | 257 |
| 1962 | 241 |
| 1963 | 216 |
| 1964 | 208 |
| 1965 | 161 |
| 1966 | 148 |
| 1967 | 192 |
| 1968 | 189 |
| 1969 | 223 |
| 1970 | 201 |
| 1971 | 200 |
| 1972 | 205 |
| 1973 | 220 |
| 1974 | 204 |
| 1975 | 224 |
| 1976 | 208 |
| 1977 | 231 |
| 1978 | 284 |
| 1979 | 318 |
| 1980 | 242 |
| 1981 | 241 |
| 1982 | 187 |
| 1983 | 161 |
| 1984 | 134 |
| 1985 | 131 |
| 1986 | 114 |
| 1987 | 130 |
| 1988 | 106 |
| 1989 | 100 |
| 1990 | 121 |
| 1991 | 120 |
| 1992 | 107 |
| 1993 | 104 |
| 1994 | 86 |
| 1995 | 116 |
| 1996 | 106 |
| 1997 | 77 |
| 1998 | 113 |
| 1999 | 97 |
| 2000 | 85 |
| 2001 | 81 |
| 2002 | 92 |
| 2003 | 92 |
| 2004 | 82 |
| 2005 | 85 |
| 2006 | 79 |
| 2007 | 82 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 78 |
| 2010 | 90 |
| 2011 | 72 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 64 |
| 2016 | 61 |
| 2017 | 50 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 94 |
| 2022 | 87 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 79 |