Regulus
Regulus is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,897 in the US, popular nicknames include Reg, Rey, and Regie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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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 .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,897
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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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, Rey, Regie, and Reguie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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