Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Reginaldo since 1918
Babies named Reginaldo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 7 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 30 |
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 84 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 69 |
| 2010s | 19 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Reginaldo is an uncommon name in the United States, first recorded in 1918. It reached its highest popularity in 1991, yet even then it was a rare choice. The trajectory of its use has been stable, with no recent surge. While it has not appeared in any state's top names lists, it carries a distinguished European heritage. The name's rarity gives it a unique appeal for families seeking a traditional but distinctive option. With its connection to the more familiar Reginald, Reginaldo offers a multicultural twist suitable for Portuguese, Italian, or Spanish speakers.
Reginaldo is a Romance-language form of the Germanic name Reginald, derived from the elements 'ragin' (advice, counsel) and 'wald' (rule, power). It has been used in Portugal, Italy, and Spain since the Middle Ages, often associated with Saint Reginald of Orleans, a 13th-century Dominican monk. The name saw modest use in the 20th century among Portuguese and Italian communities, but has remained rare overall.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Reg, Reggie, Naldo
Sibling names for Reginaldo
Names that share Reginaldo's style, for a brother or sister.
