Reginald
Meaning of Reginald
Reginald is a strong and timeless name for boys. This English name is pronounced as REJ-uh-nawld (/ˈrɛdʒ.nəld/). It also has the popular variation Reggie, which adds a more playful and casual touch to the name. Reginald has been used for baby boys in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While it may not be as common today as it once was, it still maintains its classic charm. In recent years, Reginald has been given to around 200-300 newborns each year in the US, with a rank ranging from 1051 to 144 on the popularity charts. Whether you're drawn to its sophisticated sound or appreciate its historical significance, Reginald is a distinguished choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as REJ-uh-nawld (/ˈrɛdʒ.nəld/)
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Notable People Named Reginald
| Reginald Aubrey Fessenden was a Canadian-born inventor known for his numerous patents in radio and sonar technologies. |
| Reginald Pole was the last Catholic archbishop of Canterbury and a prominent English cardinal during the Counter-Reformation. |
| Reginald Alan Hudlin is an accomplished American film screenwriter, director, producer, and comic-book writer, known for his work in entertainment and graphic novels. |
| Reginald Denny, also known as Reginald Leigh Dugmore, was a notable English actor, aviator, and pioneer in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). |
| John Reginald Owen was a renowned British actor with a prolific career in both British and American films and television. |
| Reginald VelJohnson is an American actor best known for portraying police officer characters, including Carl Winslow on the sitcom Family Matters and LAPD Sergeant Al Powell in the Die Hard films. |
| Reginald Dwayne Betts is an American poet, legal scholar, and prison reform advocate who turned his life around after serving time in prison, and has since dedicated himself to advocating for criminal justice reform and providing access to literature for incarcerated individuals. |
| Reginald Alexander Lenna was an American Army officer and businessman who served as the CEO and chair of the Board of Blackstone Corporation from 1951 to 1985. |
| Reginald Darnell Hunter is an American stand-up comedian known for his work in the United Kingdom. |
| Reginald Rose was an influential American screenwriter known for addressing controversial social and political issues with a realistic approach, particularly in the anthology programs of the 1950s. |
| Reginald Innes Pocock F.R.S. was a British zoologist known for his extensive work in arachnology and herpetology. |
| Sir Reginald Hervey Hoare KCMG was a British diplomat and banker. |
| Reginald Cheyne Berkeley was a versatile figure, serving as a Liberal Party politician in the UK, transitioning to become a playwright and screenwriter in Hollywood, and ultimately passing away in Los Angeles. |
| Reginald Heber Roe was a prominent headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School and the first vice-chancellor of the University of Queensland. |
| Major General Sir Harold Reginald Kerr KBE CB MC was a distinguished British Army officer who served in both World War I and World War II. |
