Holding steady.
Popularity of Reynald since 1925
Babies named Reynald per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 29 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 20 |
| 1980s | 45 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Reynald is a French variant of the Germanic name Raginald, meaning 'counsel-power' or 'ruler's advisor'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1925, but has never ranked among the top 1000 names. Its peak usage occurred in 1983, after which it declined. The trajectory has been stable, with very few births each year. In recent decades, the name has remained extremely uncommon, with no baby boys named Reynald in many years. Its top states are sparsely recorded, reflecting its scattered, niche use. Reynald offers a distinctive French alternative to the more familiar Reynolds or Reginald.
Reynald is a French form of the Germanic name Raginald, composed of the elements ragin (counsel) and wald (rule), thus meaning 'ruler's advisor' or 'counsel-power'. It shares roots with the English name Reynold and the Scandinavian Ragnvald. Historically, it was brought to England by the Normans but never achieved the popularity of its cognates. In France, it has seen modest use, particularly in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ray, Rey, Ren
Sibling names for Reynald
Names that share Reynald's style, for a brother or sister.
