Reginal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Reginal originates from the Latin 'Reginaldus', meaning 'ruler'. It has evolved through various forms such as Reginald and Reginal. The name is associated with leadership and nobility, though it does not have biblical significance. While it has waned in popularity, it carries a traditional and strong image.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reginal"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛdʒɪnəl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Reginal is derived from the Latin name 'Reginaldus', which is based on the word 'regina', meaning 'queen' or 'rule'.
Meaning
ruler
Language Evolution
Reginaldus, Reginald, Reginal
Historical Usage
Reginal became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in England, during the 12th century as a given name associated with nobility and leadership.
Variants & Derivatives
Reginald, Reggie, Renny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Reginal is less common than its variant Reginald but is still viewed positively, often associated with tradition and strength.
Famous People
Reginald D. Hunter (comedian), Reginald Perrin (fictional character), Reginald F. Lewis (businessman)
📊 Reginal Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Reginal Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 92 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reginal"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Reginal"
"Reginal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3387th of 7545 | 95 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2751st of 6773 | 140 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1343rd of 7552 | 634 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1043rd of 10718 | 967 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2150th of 16616 | 498 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5497th of 24088 | 227 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14960th of 23106 | 28 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Reginal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
41.99% 1198th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
47.26% 1646th/3483 |
22.23% 782nd/3518 |
41.02% 1659th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
33.48% 1739th/5194 |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Reginal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Reginal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reginal" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Reginal" in the United States
The name Reginal is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Reginal has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Reginal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3387th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2751st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1343rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1043rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2150th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5497th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14960th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Reginal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.