Counsel power
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (rule or power). It was introduced to England by the Normans and has long been associated with nobility and leadership.
Less common today
Reginald isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #230 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
The quintessential valet and genius Β· Jeeves and Wooster series
Birth name of legendary singer Elton John
Bassist for the band Korn
Actor known for Family Matters and Die Hard
Former NFL wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts
NBA Hall of Fame shooting guard
The last Roman Catholic Archbishop of Canterbury
Screenwriter of Twelve Angry Men