Reynaldo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Reynaldo has its origins in Spanish, derived from the Old High German Raginhard. It means 'counselor' and 'brave ruler', reflecting strong and noble traits. The name has evolved through various languages over the centuries and gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world. It does not have a biblical background but remains a classic and distinguished choice today.
The name Reynaldo is most popular in Texas, 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, Reynaldo has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Reynaldo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1066th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 629th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 514th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 495th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 577th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 825th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1395th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20144th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Reynaldo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reynaldo"
Pronunciation
/reɪˈnɑːl.doʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Reynaldo is derived from the Old High German name Raginhard, which is composed of the elements 'ragin' meaning 'counsel' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong'. It was brought into Spanish through Latin adaptations.
Meaning
Counselor, brave ruler.
Language Evolution
Raginhard (Old High German), Reginwald (Old Norse), Reinald (Old French), Reynaldo (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Reynaldo gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has remained a favored name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Rey, Reyn, Reynald, Renaldo
Modern Popularity & Image
Reynaldo is often seen as a strong and distinguished name, associated with leadership and bravery. It retains a classic appeal while being modern.
Famous People
Reynaldo Arenas - Cuban writer, Reynaldo Gato Barbieri - Argentine musician, Reynaldo Rosales - Venezuelan actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reynaldo"
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 "Reynaldo"
"Reynaldo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1066th of 7545 | 683 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 629th of 6773 | 1,713 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 514th of 7552 | 4,033 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 495th of 10718 | 4,254 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 577th of 16616 | 4,610 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 825th of 24088 | 3,584 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1395th of 23106 | 1,572 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20144th of 27321 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Reynaldo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
26.08% 617th/2366 |
34.85% 398th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
18.40% 433rd/2353 |
22.24% 344th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.38% 788th/2227 |
27.53% 669th/2430 |
13.85% 395th/2853 |
15.78% 438th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
24.34% 715th/2937 |
13.87% 483rd/3483 |
12.22% 430th/3518 |
10.78% 436th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.59% 906th/3685 |
11.84% 530th/4475 |
9.82% 510th/5194 |
7.54% 476th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.75% 1409th/4582 |
19.46% 1005th/5164 |
9.67% 707th/7313 |
10.18% 760th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.90% 2028th/3984 |
41.25% 1851st/4487 |
16.20% 1105th/6822 |
18.55% 1164th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Reynaldo" 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 "Reynaldo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reynaldo" 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.