Reg
Pronunciation: [ r-EHG ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Reg first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 120 babies have been named Reg in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Reg is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,108 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,108
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Ancient Greek origin
"possibly related to Helios (sun)"
#39,080 in US
Germanic origin
"powerful ruler"
#39,101 in US
Germanic origin
"Famous warrior"
#39,128 in US
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"faithful, true, honest"
#38,961 in US
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