Reinhold Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Reinhold originates from the Old High German 'Reginhart,' meaning 'counsel power.' It has evolved from its early form to its modern usage, maintaining a strong presence in German culture. The name conveys traits of strength and wisdom, but it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and continues to be associated with notable individuals.
The name Reinhold is most popular in North Dakota, 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, Reinhold has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. 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. Across generations, 'Reinhold' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 953rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1716th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3032nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6839th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Reinhold' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reinhold"
Pronunciation
/ˈraɪnhoʊld/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Reinhold is derived from the Old High German name 'Reginhart,' which combines the elements 'regin' meaning 'counsel' or 'advice' and 'wald' meaning 'rule' or 'power.'
Meaning
Counsel power
Language Evolution
Reginhart, Reinhold
Historical Usage
Reinhold gained popularity in the German-speaking regions during the Middle Ages and has remained in use, particularly in Germany and other European countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Reinhard, Rein, Holden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Reinhold is viewed as a traditional name with a strong historical significance, often associated with characteristics of strength and wisdom.
Famous People
Reinhold Messner, an Italian mountaineer and adventurer, Reinhold Niebuhr, an American theologian and public intellectual
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reinhold"
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 "Reinhold"
"Reinhold" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 953rd of 7545 | 827 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1716th of 6773 | 319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3032nd of 7552 | 142 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6839th of 10718 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Reinhold" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
33.69% 477th/1416 |
- |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
57.24% 885th/1546 |
69.54% 1082nd/1556 |
- | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Reinhold" 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 "Reinhold"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reinhold" 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.