Renald

“Ruler's advisor” — Associated with leadership and royal counsel

France origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1004US 2023

1.2kBirths / yr

→Stable

518All-time births

📅 Since 191500

What does Renald mean and where does it come from?

Renald is a variant of the name Reynald, which is derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' ('counsel') and 'wald' ('rule'). The name has been used since the Middle Ages and is still popular in some regions. It is considered a noble name, historically associated with leadership and royal counsel. T

Cultural significance

Renald has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of ruler's advisor.

Peak popularity

Reached #2037 in 1924 — currently #1004 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Renald?

Renald works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Renald Grace

How popular is Renald right now?

Holding steady — currently #1004 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1004 · Top 0.74%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1004	1,196	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1009	1,176	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1014	1,146	▲ up 5529 · +16271% births
1990	#6543	7	▲ up 177 · +40% births
1985	#6720	5	▼ down 1028 · -17% births
1980	#5692	6	▼ down 743 · +20% births
1970	#4949	5	▼ down 663
1960	#4286	5	▼ down 926 · -29% births
1955	#3360	7	▼ down 421 · -12% births
1950	#2939	8	▲ up 274 · +33% births
1945	#3213	6	▲ up 143
1940	#3356	6	▼ down 1124 · -50% births
1935	#2232	12	▲ up 350 · +9% births
1930	#2582	11	▲ up 149
1925	#2731	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Renald

Best Year2023Rank #1004

Peak Count1,196

Average Rank#3476

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202317 years

The story of Renald

Renald entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 518 total births recorded, Renald remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3378 in 1915 to #1004 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Renald in 1924:

Robert John William James Charles

Renald by decade

Renald peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	18
1920s ★	96
1930s	86
1940s	86
1950s	78
1960s	41
1970s	25
1980s	49
1990s	25
2000s	14

💎Renald has only 518 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Renald?

Common

RenRenieRenyEnald

What names sound and feel like Renald?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Renald also consider these

Renauld

France · Ruler's advisor

Regnald

Norse · advice or decision

Germanic · Strong advisor.

Reinald

Germanic · German

Ronald

Scotland · ruler's advisor

Gerald

English · Rule of the

Common questions about the name Renald

What does the name Renald mean?

Renald means "Ruler's advisor" — a name rooted in France 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 Renald?

Renald is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Renald?

Renald originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Renald a common or rare name?

Renald is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Renald?

Renald naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.