Reinaldo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reinaldo is a Spanish name that means 'counsel ruler', originating from the Germanic 'Reginwald'. The name has evolved through various historical forms and is linked to traits of leadership. While it has no biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in Spanish-speaking cultures and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Reinaldo is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Reinaldo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male 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. Across generations, 'Reinaldo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4084th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3126th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1164th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 966th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1318th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2888th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5599th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Reinaldo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reinaldo"
Pronunciation
/reɪˈnɑːl.doʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Reinaldo is derived from the Germanic name 'Reginwald', which is composed of the elements 'ragin' meaning 'counsel' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'.
Meaning
counsel ruler
Language Evolution
Reginwald, Reinald, Reinaldo
Historical Usage
Reinaldo gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly from the Middle Ages onward, influenced by its association with nobility and leadership.
Variants & Derivatives
Rey, Reinald, Rinaldo
Modern Popularity & Image
Reinaldo is perceived as a strong and noble name, often associated with leadership and wisdom.
Famous People
Reinaldo Arenas, a Cuban-American writer, Reinaldo Ribeiro, a Brazilian footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reinaldo"
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 "Reinaldo"
"Reinaldo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4084th of 7545 | 60 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3126th of 6773 | 108 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1164th of 7552 | 796 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 966th of 10718 | 1,131 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1318th of 16616 | 1,059 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2888th of 24088 | 580 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5599th of 23106 | 193 |
Regional Popularity of "Reinaldo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.44% 1190th/2227 |
20.74% 504th/2430 |
49.98% 1426th/2853 |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
39.60% 1163rd/2937 |
12.86% 448th/3483 |
35.08% 1234th/3518 |
41.89% 1694th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.82% 1578th/3685 |
14.26% 638th/4475 |
23.93% 1243rd/5194 |
31.14% 1967th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
31.99% 1652nd/5164 |
28.69% 2098th/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
55.69% 3799th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Reinaldo" 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 "Reinaldo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reinaldo" 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.