Regis is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin word "rex," which means "king." The name has been used throughout history to denote someone who is majestic, powerful, or royal.
The name Regis first became popular in France during the Middle Ages. It was often given to boys born into noble families as a way of signifying their high social status. Over time, the name spread beyond French borders and gained popularity in other European countries as well.
One notable historical figure named Regis is Saint Regis, who was a French missionary and the founder of the Jesuits. He was born Jean du Breuil but later took the name Regis, which means "of the king" or "dedicated to the king." Saint Regis devoted his life to serving God and spreading Christianity throughout the world.
Today, Regis remains a popular given name in many countries around the world. While its meaning has not changed over time, the name continues to evoke images of power, strength, and royalty. Parents who choose this name for their sons may wish to honor their family's heritage or simply express their desire for their child to grow up to be someone great and important.
Based on the statistical data provided, we can observe the trends of babies named Regis born in the United States over time.
From the years 1897 to 1966, there was a significant increase in the number of births with the name Regis. Starting from 5 births in 1897, it peaked at 93 births in 1942. After reaching this peak, there was a steady decline in the popularity of the name Regis, dropping to 27 births in 1966.
The years between 1967 and 1990 saw fluctuations in the number of babies named Regis, with an average of around 35 births per year. However, there was a noticeable decline starting from the late 1980s, with only 23 births recorded in 1994.
From 1995 onwards, the name Regis became increasingly rare, with fewer than 20 births per year on average. The most recent data available, from 2022, shows that there were only 7 babies named Regis born in the United States.
In total, over the period spanning from 1897 to 2023, there have been 5,174 babies named Regis born in the United States. While once popular, the name has become less common in recent decades.