Renauld

Renauld is a masculine name of French origin, derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' meaning 'advice' and 'wald' meaning 'rule' or 'power.' It's a variant of Reynold, Reginald, and Ronald, all stemming from the same linguistic roots. Historically, the name was brought to England by the Normans after the conquest of 1066, though this particular spelling remains more common in French-speaking regions. Renauld has a sophisticated, slightly aristocratic quality that evokes images of medieval knights and nobility. While never extremely popular in English-speaking countries, it has maintained steady usage in France and among families with French heritage. The name offers a distinguished alternative to more common variants, combining historical depth with an elegant sound.

Pronounced ren-ALD.

As of October 2026, Renauld ranked #4827 in US births in 1983 SSA, peaked at #3360 in 1978.