Regis
Regis first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1917, when 98 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Regis popular?
Vintage Regis is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1917.
| 2020s | 60 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 112 | |
| 2000s | 136 | |
| 1990s | 331 | |
| 1980s | 401 | |
| 1970s | 257 | |
| 1960s | 441 | |
| 1950s | 667 | |
| 1940s | 838 | |
| 1930s | 734 | |
| 1920s | 679 | |
| 1910s | 484 | |
| 1900s | 48 | |
| 1890s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Regis mean?
From Latin 'regis', the genitive of 'rex' — literally 'of the king', i.e. royal/kingly. Popularized partly via Saint Jean-Francois Regis. Means 'of/belonging to the king' rather than 'king' itself.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Regis mean?
Regis means of the king, royal. From Latin 'regis', the genitive of 'rex' — literally 'of the king', i.e. royal/kingly. Popularized partly via Saint Jean-Francois Regis. Means 'of/belonging to the king' rather than 'king' itself.
What is the origin of the name Regis?
Regis is of latin origin.
How do you pronounce Regis?
Regis is pronounced “REE-jis.”
Is Regis a boy or a girl name?
Regis is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Regis a popular name right now?
Regis is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1917.
How popular is the name Regis?
In 2025, Regis ranked #9509 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Regis most popular?
Regis was most popular in 1917, when about 98 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Regis?
Names similar to Regis include Ignatius, Florian, Amadeus, Aurelius, Aurelio.
What names go well with Regis?
latin names that pair well with Regis include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.