Reggie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reggie is a diminutive form of the Latin name Reginald, which means 'counsel power'. It has evolved from Reginald through various historical forms and has become a standalone name in modern usage. The name is associated with positive traits such as friendliness and approachability. It has no biblical relevance, and it gained popularity in the early 20th century, with notable figures bearing the name contributing to its modern image.
The name Reggie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Reggie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Reggie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1962nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 896th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 570th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 552nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 873rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1605th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2069th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5618th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4837th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3671st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10176th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16163rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18230th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10519th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Reggie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reggie"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛdʒi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Reggie is a diminutive form of the name Reginald, which is derived from the Latin name 'Reginaldus', meaning 'counsel power'.
Meaning
counsel power
Language Evolution
Reginald (Latin), Reginaldus (Medieval Latin), Reggie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a casual and friendly form of Reginald.
Variants & Derivatives
Reginald, Reggie (as a standalone name), Reg
Modern Popularity & Image
Reggie is commonly perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and charisma.
Famous People
Reggie Jackson, American baseball player, Reggie Miller, American basketball player, Reggie Watts, American comedian and musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reggie"
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 "Reggie"
"Reggie" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1962nd of 7545 | 261 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 896th of 6773 | 925 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 570th of 7552 | 3,284 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 552nd of 10718 | 3,450 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 873rd of 16616 | 2,064 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1605th of 24088 | 1,365 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2069th of 23106 | 842 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5618th of 9107 | 37 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4837th of 9204 | 60 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3671st of 12526 | 206 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10176th of 19264 | 44 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16163rd of 27321 | 33 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18230th of 35406 | 50 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10519th of 30306 | 109 |
Regional Popularity of "Reggie" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
77.22% 1827th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
53.49% 827th/1546 |
- |
39.18% 922nd/2353 |
42.08% 651st/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
25.15% 560th/2227 |
27.45% 667th/2430 |
17.77% 507th/2853 |
22.95% 637th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.01% 617th/2937 |
20.27% 706th/3483 |
12.65% 445th/3518 |
17.26% 698th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.99% 921st/3685 |
22.59% 1011th/4475 |
16.11% 837th/5194 |
14.96% 945th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.71% 1728th/4582 |
46.05% 2378th/5164 |
20.72% 1515th/7313 |
21.12% 1576th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.52% 1933rd/3984 |
57.97% 2601st/4487 |
42.44% 2895th/6822 |
25.25% 1585th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Reggie" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Reggie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reggie" 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.