What does Reggie mean and where does it come from?
Reggie is often used as a nickname for Regina, which has Latin roots meaning 'queen'. In contemporary usage, Reggie has become a standalone name in its own right, primarily in English-speaking cultures. It gained popularity particularly in the United States. The name can also be seen as gender-neutr
Cultural significance
Reggie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a diminutive of regina, meaning 'queen'.
Peak popularity
Reached #2063 in 1908 — currently #1948 in the US.
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Reggie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Reggie Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Reggie Rose
Floral · soft ending
Reggie Mae
Sweet · timeless
Reggie Claire
French influence · crisp
Reggie Jane
Literary · strong
Reggie Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Reggie right now?
Falling — down 100 spots — currently #1948 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #1948 | 80 | ▼ down 100 · -8% births |
| 2022 | #1848 | 87 | ▼ down 110 · -7% births |
| 2021 | #1738 | 94 | ▲ up 10386 · +1243% births |
| 2020 | #12124 | 7 | ▼ down 2611 · -36% births |
| 2015 | #9513 | 11 | ▲ up 7579 · +120% births |
| 2010 | #17092 | 5 | ▼ down 8952 · -50% births |
| 1995 | #8140 | 10 | ▲ up 2686 · +100% births |
| 1985 | #10826 | 5 | ▼ down 5945 · -37% births |
| 1960 | #4881 | 8 | ▼ down 2291 · -58% births |
| 1955 | #2590 | 19 | ▲ up 124 · +27% births |
| 1950 | #2714 | 15 | ▲ up 292 · +50% births |
| 1945 | #3006 | 10 | ▲ up 2155 · +100% births |
| 1925 | #5161 | 5 | — |
The story of Reggie
Reggie entered American naming records in 1908 and has been in use for over 116 years. A total of 12,332 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5161 in 1925 to #1948 in 2023. Reggie is used for both genders: 4% female and 96% male.
Names that peaked alongside Reggie in 1908:
Reggie by decade
Reggie peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1900s | 19 | |
| 1910s | 94 | |
| 1920s | 234 | |
| 1930s | 335 | |
| 1940s | 1,069 | |
| 1950s | 1,788 | |
| 1960s | 2,169 | |
| 1970s ★ | 2,319 | |
| 1980s | 1,556 | |
| 1990s | 1,083 | |
| 2000s | 868 | |
| 2010s | 713 | |
| 2020s | 85 | |
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What names sound and feel like Reggie?
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How is Reggie written in other languages?
Gender variants of Reggie
Common questions about the name Reggie
What does the name Reggie mean?
Reggie means "a diminutive of Regina, meaning 'queen'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Reggie?
Reggie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Reggie have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Reggie?
Reggie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Reggie?
Reggie is a two-syllable name pronounced R EH1 JH IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Reggie trending right now?
Reggie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.