Reginald

Reginald is a Germanic given name derived from the elements ragin, meaning counsel or decision, and wald, meaning ruler or power, giving the name an overall sense of wise ruler or powerful counselor. It was introduced to England by the Normans in the form Reinald or Reinold and became well established in medieval English society, borne by various nobles and ecclesiastical figures. The name is closely related to Reynold, Ronald, and Reinhold, and corresponds to the Latinized form Reginaldus. It enjoyed a revival in the nineteenth century and remains recognizable today, often shortened to Reg or Reggie.