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Reynold

A name of Germanic origin.

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Reynold is a boy name with Germanic roots.

GenderBoy
OriginGermanic

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Germanic name Raginald, composed of the elements regin "advice, counsel, decision" and walt "power, authority". The Normans (who used forms like Reinald or Reinold ) brought the name to Britain, where it reinforced rare Old English and Norse cognates already in existence. It was common during the Middle Ages, but became more rare after the 15th century.

Notes and context

Usage: english