Raynold Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raynold is an Old High German name meaning 'counsel brave'. It evolved from 'Reginhard' and has variants like Reinhard and Reynold. The name suggests traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raynold"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪnəld/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Raynold derives from the Old High German name 'Reginhard', which is composed of the elements 'ragin' meaning 'advice' or 'counsel' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong'.
Meaning
counsel brave
Language Evolution
Reginhard, Reinhard, Raynold
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly among the nobility. It was common in Germany and spread to other regions through various cultural exchanges.
Variants & Derivatives
Reynold, Reinhard, Raynald, Rinaldo
Modern Popularity & Image
Raynold is considered a traditional name that evokes a sense of strength and leadership, though it is less commonly used in contemporary times.
Famous People
Raynold J. A. B. de Boer, Raynold G. L. T. Van Der Goot
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✨ Raynold Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 17 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Maine
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raynold"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Raynold"
"Raynold" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2371st of 7545 | 189 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2414th of 6773 | 180 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3175th of 7552 | 130 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5780th of 10718 | 47 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8789th of 16616 | 46 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Raynold" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
70.55% 999th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Raynold" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raynold"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raynold" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Raynold" in the United States
The name Raynold is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Raynold has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Raynold' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2371st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2414th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3175th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5780th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8789th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Raynold' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.