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Randy vs Reginald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Randy

Boy #1,019 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shield wolf, protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,019
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

25 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Randy Rank #1,019
Reginald Rank #1,181

Randy is more popular, ranked #1019 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Randy or Reginald more popular?

Randy is more popular, ranked #1019 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Randy and Reginald mean?

Randy means "shield wolf, protector" (Germanic origin). Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Randy and Reginald boy or girl names?

Randy is primarily a boy name. Reginald is primarily a boy name.

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