Reginald Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationREJ-uh-nuhld / /ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.nəld/Latin; Old German
Meaning
Latin: 'counsel power'; Old German: 'ruler's advisor'
Historical & Cultural Background
Reginald has roots in both Latin and Old German, reflecting a noble heritage. The name was popular among medieval European royalty and nobility. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, contributing to its longevity. The name has also been associated with several saints and historical figures.
Trend Summary
Reginald has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Reggie
- Reg
- Regis
International Variants
- Reginaldo (Spanish)
- Rinaldo (Italian)
- Régnier (French)
Famous people named Reginald
Reginald Fessenden was a Canadian inventor known for his pioneering work in radio technology.
Reginald D. Hunter is an American stand-up comedian and writer recognized for his performances in the UK.
Reginald VelJohnson is an American actor best known for his role in the television series 'Family Matters'.
Reginald Perrin is a fictional character from the British television series 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'.
Fictional characters named Reginald
Reginald 'Reggie' Mantle is a character from the 'Archie Comics' series, known for his rivalry with Archie Andrews.
Reginald Cornelius III is a character from the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his eccentric personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reginald was first seen in the United States in 1880. Reginald has ranked as high as #282 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in New York, North Carolina, Georgia, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Reginald has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Reginald (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 16 | |
TX | 13 | |
TN | 10 | |
AL | 10 | |
FL | 10 | |
GA | 8 | |
MI | 8 | |
IN | 6 | |
NC | 6 | |
NY | 6 | |
IL | 5 | |
VA | 5 | |
MN | 5 | |
MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 14 |
1881 | 12 |
1882 | 7 |
1883 | 12 |
1884 | 16 |
1885 | 16 |
1886 | 15 |
1887 | 11 |
1888 | 14 |
1889 | 14 |
1890 | 19 |
1891 | 22 |
1892 | 24 |
1893 | 23 |
1894 | 22 |
1895 | 26 |
1896 | 30 |
1897 | 18 |
1898 | 22 |
1899 | 25 |
1900 | 27 |
1901 | 31 |
1902 | 43 |
1903 | 48 |
1904 | 40 |
1905 | 53 |
1906 | 47 |
1907 | 47 |
1908 | 47 |
1909 | 56 |
1910 | 59 |
1911 | 86 |
1912 | 134 |
1913 | 180 |
1914 | 200 |
1915 | 244 |
1916 | 243 |
1917 | 261 |
1918 | 278 |
1919 | 244 |
1920 | 274 |
1921 | 271 |
1922 | 283 |
1923 | 335 |
1924 | 348 |
1925 | 429 |
1926 | 475 |
1927 | 446 |
1928 | 401 |
1929 | 437 |
1930 | 424 |
1931 | 423 |
1932 | 375 |
1933 | 341 |
1934 | 375 |
1935 | 350 |
1936 | 375 |
1937 | 389 |
1938 | 409 |
1939 | 403 |
1940 | 514 |
1941 | 530 |
1942 | 632 |
1943 | 613 |
1944 | 567 |
1945 | 587 |
1946 | 719 |
1947 | 896 |
1948 | 941 |
1949 | 1,092 |
1950 | 1,297 |
1951 | 1,466 |
1952 | 1,494 |
1953 | 1,640 |
1954 | 1,812 |
1955 | 2,075 |
1956 | 2,223 |
1957 | 2,418 |
1958 | 2,492 |
1959 | 2,421 |
1960 | 2,442 |
1961 | 2,469 |
1962 | 2,646 |
1963 | 2,571 |
1964 | 2,619 |
1965 | 2,469 |
1966 | 2,330 |
1967 | 2,402 |
1968 | 2,552 |
1969 | 2,422 |
1970 | 2,307 |
1971 | 2,115 |
1972 | 1,912 |
1973 | 1,630 |
1974 | 1,610 |
1975 | 1,499 |
1976 | 1,427 |
1977 | 1,521 |
1978 | 1,515 |
1979 | 1,655 |
1980 | 1,480 |
1981 | 1,409 |
1982 | 1,378 |
1983 | 1,268 |
1984 | 1,336 |
1985 | 1,312 |
1986 | 1,350 |
1987 | 1,336 |
1988 | 1,333 |
1989 | 1,298 |
1990 | 1,284 |
1991 | 1,276 |
1992 | 1,230 |
1993 | 1,143 |
1994 | 929 |
1995 | 863 |
1996 | 818 |
1997 | 763 |
1998 | 736 |
1999 | 682 |
2000 | 700 |
2001 | 567 |
2002 | 583 |
2003 | 531 |
2004 | 502 |
2005 | 494 |
2006 | 500 |
2007 | 493 |
2008 | 472 |
2009 | 429 |
2010 | 403 |
2011 | 359 |
2012 | 360 |
2013 | 351 |
2014 | 285 |
2015 | 253 |
2016 | 278 |
2017 | 263 |
2018 | 267 |
2019 | 249 |
2020 | 216 |
2021 | 211 |
2022 | 207 |
2023 | 192 |
2024 | 176 |