Reynold
Reynold: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹɛnəld/
Meaning and origin of Reynold
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, today more popular in the forms Reginald and Ronald. Modern use is partly transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman Reinald, from Proto-Germanic *Raginawaldaz brought to England by Normans and partly merged with the earlier equivalent Ronald, from Old Norse Rǫgnvaldr. Doublet of Renault.
How popular is Reynold?
Since 1880, 4,672 boys in the U.S. have been named Reynold. Its highest rank for boys was #591 in 1903. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Reynold FAQ
What does the name Reynold mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages, today more popular in the forms Reginald and Ronald. Modern use is partly transferred from the surname. From Anglo-Norman Reinald, from Proto-Germanic *Raginawaldaz brought to England by Normans and partly merged with the earlier equivalent Ronald, from Old Norse Rǫgnvaldr. Doublet of Renault.
What is the origin of the name Reynold?
Reynold is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Reynold?
Since 1880, 4,672 boys in the U.S. have been named Reynold. Its highest rank for boys was #591 in 1903. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Reynold a boy or girl name?
Reynold is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,672 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.