Regulus
Does Regulus flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Regulus
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Regulus
10 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Regulus
See all →What the Regulus report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Regulus the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Regulus head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Regulus actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Regulus first appeared in US Social Security records in 2021.
Over 11 babies have been named Regulus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Regulus is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #18,897 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"highest point, peak, summit"
"diamonds, brilliance (hip-hop slang)"
"Little fire (as variant of Aidan)"
"brilliantly renowned"
"Bright and splendid"
Compare Regulus with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,897
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Regulus fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Regulus →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Regulus with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Regulus and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Regulus sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Old French/Latin origin
"highest point, peak, summit"
#19,016 in US
American English slang origin
"diamonds, brilliance (hip-hop slang)"
#18,808 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"Little fire (as variant of Aidan)"
#19,000 in US
Old English origin
"brilliantly renowned"
#18,857 in US
Arabic via Spanish origin
"Bright and splendid"
#18,802 in US
Old English origin
"valley of pigs"
#18,865 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Regulus's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Regulus
Is Regulus a boy or girl name?
How popular is the name Regulus?
What are common nicknames for Regulus?
Is Regulus a common or rare name?
Browse all middle names, sibling names, or similar names.
About the Name Regulus
Regulus is a boy name .
Regulus is currently ranked #18,897 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Regulus include Reg, Regu, Reguy, Reguie, Lus, Lusy, Lusie, Rey, Reie, and Regkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis