Reginald
Meaning: Powerful ruler or wise ruler
Origin: Old German/Latin
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #304
Total births: 193
History: Reginald peaked in the 1960s in Australia. The name carries old-world British-Australian formality. Reginald represents the colonial naming tradition now fading.
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| Current rank (1954) | #99 |
| Babies named Reginald in 1954 | 56 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 193 |
| Peak year | 1953 (74 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #85 |
| Years in records | 1952–1954 (3 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Reginald
What does the name Reginald mean?
Reginald means “Powerful ruler or wise ruler” from Old German/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Reginald?
Reginald has Old German/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Powerful ruler or wise ruler”.
How popular is Reginald in Australia?
Reginald ranked #99 in Australia in 1954 — given to 56 babies that year.
When was Reginald most popular?
Reginald peaked in 1953 with 74 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Reginald a boy or girl name?
Reginald is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Reginalds in registered births are male.