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Reynold

REH-nuhld

Reynold (name) means a male given name from Germanic roots, now more often seen as Reginald or Ronald, or as the surname Reynolds. Example: “Reynold was a common medieval form of the name that later became Reginald.”

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A male given name from Germanic roots, now more often seen as Reginald or Ronald, or as the surname Reynolds.

"Reynold was a common medieval form of the name that later became Reginald."

How to Use Reynold

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn older form of the name Reginald/Ronald.

Word Forms

Reynolds plural

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Etymology

From Anglo-Norman Reinald, ultimately from Proto-Germanic roots meaning "counsel" and "rule" — related to Ronald and Renault.

Origin: Proto-Germanic

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Reynold” mean?

The word “Reynold” means a male given name from Germanic roots, now more often seen as Reginald or Ronald, or as the surname Reynolds. In plain terms, an older form of the name Reginald/Ronald.

How do you pronounce “Reynold”?

“Reynold” is pronounced REH-nuhld (/ˈɹɛnəld/ in IPA).

How do you use “Reynold” in a sentence?

Here is “Reynold” used in a sentence: “Reynold was a common medieval form of the name that later became Reginald.”

What part of speech is “Reynold”?

“Reynold” is a name.

Where does the word “Reynold” come from?

The word “Reynold” comes from Proto-Germanic. From Anglo-Norman Reinald, ultimately from Proto-Germanic roots meaning "counsel" and "rule" — related to Ronald and Renault.

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