How Many People Are Named Reynolds?
Complete statistics for the name Reynolds: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Reynolds means 'shield' in Old English, making it a name rich in protective symbolism. Only 966 people named Reynolds live in the US today, which means 1 in 341,543 Americans have this rare moniker. The name's trend is rising, peaking in 2024 with 36 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 66All 1,779 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Reynolds Through the Generations
Reynolds has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations, despite its overall rarity. With an average age of 66, most people named Reynolds are over 60, indicating a strong presence among older adults. In 2024, the name reached its peak with 36 births, showing a promising future for this modern name. The age distribution reveals 417 under-30, 258 aged 30-60, and 1,104 over 60, suggesting a generational shift towards younger adopters while maintaining its roots in older demographics.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Reynolds's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Reynolds
How Many People Have the Name Reynolds?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 191,703 people in the United States currently share the name Reynolds. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,729 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Reynolds a Common or Rare Name?
Reynolds is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Reynolds Mean?
Reynolds means "shield" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Reynolds in SSA data, approximately 87% are male and 13% are female.
When Was Reynolds Most Popular?
The name Reynolds reached peak popularity in 2024, with 36 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Reynolds?
Approximately 191,703 people named Reynolds live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 191,703. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,729 Americans.
Is Reynolds a rare name?
Reynolds is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,729 Americans has this name.
What does the name Reynolds mean?
Reynolds means "shield" and comes from Old English origins.
Is Reynolds more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 87% of people named Reynolds are male and 13% are female.
When was Reynolds most popular?
Reynolds peaked in 2024 with 36 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.