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Reginald vs Jean

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jean

Boy #1,141 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French Scottish Belgian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,141
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Reginald Rank #1,181
Jean Rank #1,141

Jean is more popular, ranked #1141 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reginald or Jean more popular?

Jean is more popular, ranked #1141 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Reginald and Jean mean?

Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin). Jean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Reginald and Jean boy or girl names?

Reginald is primarily a boy name. Jean is primarily a boy name.

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