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Denzel vs Reginald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denzel

Boy #1,036 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high stronghold, fort on the headland"

Origin: Cornish

Cultural Roots

African-American American Cornish/English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,036
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Denzel Rank #1,036
Reginald Rank #1,181

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denzel or Reginald more popular?

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Denzel and Reginald mean?

Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin). Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Denzel and Reginald boy or girl names?

Denzel is primarily a boy name. Reginald is primarily a boy name.

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