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Reynolds

REH-nuhldz
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A common surname, originally meaning "son of Reynold."
"Reynolds is one of the more common surnames in the English-speaking world."

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In plain EnglishA family name derived from the older first name Reynold.

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Reynoldses plural

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Etymology

Formed from the given name Reynold plus the possessive/patronymic ending -s.

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