Reggie, derived from Reginald, is a name of German origin meaning "powerful" or "bold counsel". It was initially a nickname for Reginald, popularized by King Henry II's son, Reginald, who became known as 'the strong' during the Crusades. In English-speaking countries, Reggie is often used as an independent given name rather than just a diminutive of Reginald. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and has been steadily used since then.
Reggie had its peak popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly from the late 1940s to the early 1950s, with a high of 19 births in 1955 and consistent double-digit figures until 1957. However, it has since declined significantly, with fewer than 10 births per year since 1964, except for spikes in recent years (20 births in 2023). Overall, there have been 522 Reggie births from 1908 to 2023.