"rule, sovereignty"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Reign
Pronunciation: [ r-AYN ]
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Meaning & Origin
"to rule as monarch"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
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Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with Kourtney Kardashian's son Reign Disick (born 2014)
The Story of Reign
Reign is a vocabulary word used as a given name, derived from the Old French reignier and ultimately Latin regnare, meaning to rule or hold sovereign power. As a name, it represents a modern trend of using power-themed words to convey aspirational qualities, joining names like King, Duke, and Noble in the regal name category.
Reign skyrocketed in popularity after Kourtney Kardashian named her son Reign Disick in December 2014, making it one of the most Kardashian-influenced baby names of the decade. It entered the US top 1000 boys names in 2015.
The name reflects contemporary American culture's fascination with royalty and power as aspirational values, part of a broader trend of virtue and concept names that signal high ambition from birth.
Historical Record
Reign first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 3,662 babies have been named Reign in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Reign is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #624 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Reign entered the US top 1000 boys names for the first time in 2015, the year after Kourtney Kardashian's son was born
- The name is a homophone of rain and rein, giving it three possible spellings with very different meanings
Reign in Other Languages
Arabic
Malik
French
Regne
German
Reich
Italian
Regno
Spanish
Reino
Popularity Over Time
#624
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Reign
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Reign Disick
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Son of Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, whose birth dramatically popularized the name Reign globally
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #624
- Total SSA Count
- 453
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Reign
What does the name Reign mean?
"rule, sovereignty" (from Old French). "to rule as monarch" (from Latin). Reign is a vocabulary word used as a given name, derived from the Old French reignier and ultimately Latin regnare, meaning to rule or hold sovereign power. As a name, it represents a modern trend of using power-themed words to convey aspirational qualities, joining names like King, Duke, and Noble in the regal name category.
What is the origin of the name Reign?
Reign has Old French, Latin, English, and American origins. In Old French, it means "rule, sovereignty". In Latin, it means "to rule as monarch".
Is Reign a boy or girl name?
Reign is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #624. As a girl name, it is ranked #433. Reign is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Reign?
Reign is pronounced r-AYN.
How popular is the name Reign?
Reign is currently ranked #624 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Reign?
Common nicknames for Reign include Rei, Rey, Reie, and Reikins.
What are good middle names for Reign?
Popular middle name pairings include Reign James, Reign Michael, Reign Alexander, Reign William, and Reign Anthony.
What are good sibling names for Reign?
Names that pair well with Reign as siblings include North, Saint, Ace, King, and Ryder.
How many syllables does Reign have?
Reign has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Reign a common or rare name?
Reign is moderately common, ranked #624 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Reign
Reign is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "rule, sovereignty" in Old French .
Is Reign a boy or girl name? Reign is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #624 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #433. Reign is more commonly used as a girl name.
Reign is currently ranked #624 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Reign has 1 syllable and is pronounced r-AYN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Reign include Rei, Rey, Reie, and Reikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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