Rinaldo
Rinaldo is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Ruler's counselor or wise ruler.
Origin and history
Rinaldo is an Italian name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning rule and advice. It is the Italian equivalent of Reginald or Reynold. In the U.S., it is a rare traditional name primarily used within families of Italian heritage.
Popularity in the United States
722 babies in the United States have been named Rinaldo since 1880. It ranks #3954 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (72.9 %)
- PA (16.9 %)
- CA (10.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 168 |
| 1930-1940 | 83 |
| 1940-1950 | 43 |
| 1950-1960 | 87 |
| 1960-1970 | 90 |
| 1970-1980 | 72 |
| 1980-1990 | 39 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 18 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Rinaldo
- Rinaldo Cruzado: athlete, soccer player
Fun facts
- Rinaldo is a prominent heroic paladin in Italian Renaissance epic poetry, such as Ludovico Ariosto's Orlando Furioso.
- The name shares its etymological roots with the English names Reginald and Reynold, as well as the French Renaud.