Renald Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Renald is a Germanic name meaning 'counsel ruler', derived from the elements 'ragna' and 'wald'. It evolved from Raganwald in Old High German, through various forms like Reynold in Middle English, to its modern form. The name reflects traits of leadership and wisdom. It does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in medieval England and is considered a classic name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Renald"
Pronunciation
/rəˈnɑːld/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Renald is derived from the Germanic elements 'ragna', meaning 'counsel', and 'wald', meaning 'rule'. It is a variant of the name Reynold.
Meaning
counsel ruler
Language Evolution
Raganwald (Old High German), Reginwald (Old Norse), Reynold (Middle English), Renald (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in England, due to the influence of Norman culture after the Norman Conquest in 1066.
Variants & Derivatives
Reynold, Ronald, Renaud
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Renald is less common but is perceived as a classic name with a strong historical context.
Famous People
Renald Delaunay, a notable artist, Renald of Anjou, a historical figure
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✨ Renald Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 17 peak births in 1924
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Maine
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Renald"
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 "Renald"
"Renald" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3440th of 7545 | 91 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2567th of 6773 | 162 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3112th of 7552 | 135 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5732nd of 10718 | 48 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7805th of 16616 | 62 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17241st of 24088 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Renald" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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78.61% 1084th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
59.58% 927th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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67.94% 1651st/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.73% 3031st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Renald" 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 "Renald"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Renald" 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 "Renald" in the United States
The name Renald is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Renald has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Renald' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3440th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2567th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3112th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5732nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7805th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17241st out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Renald' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.