Reyland
From a combination of English words meaning "a cleared land settlement".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Reyland. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Reyland today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Reyland births was 2015 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Reyland. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Reyland. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2015
5 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2015 SSA rank
#13,606
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Reyland: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Reyland by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Reyland during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Reyland
The name Reyland is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and intrigue. While the exact linguistic roots of this name are uncertain, some scholars suggest it may have originated from an ancient Celtic dialect spoken in the British Isles during the Middle Ages.
According to historical records, the earliest known individual bearing the name Reyland was a renowned bard and storyteller who lived in the Welsh Kingdom of Gwynedd in the 9th century AD. His tales of heroism and adventure were widely celebrated throughout the region, and his name became synonymous with the art of storytelling.
In the 12th century, a monk named Reyland is mentioned in the chronicles of a Benedictine monastery in Normandy, France. He was renowned for his calligraphy skills and his dedication to preserving ancient manuscripts, ensuring the survival of invaluable knowledge from the past.
Fast forward to the 16th century, and we find Reyland Pemberton, a prominent English merchant and explorer who established trade routes between England and the Far East. His daring voyages and keen business acumen earned him a place in the annals of maritime history.
In the 18th century, Reyland Smithe was a skilled architect who left an indelible mark on the cityscape of Edinburgh, Scotland. His intricate designs and innovative techniques were widely admired, and his works continue to stand as testaments to his artistic genius.
Moving into the 19th century, we encounter Reyland Fortescue, a British naturalist and explorer who made significant contributions to the field of botany. His extensive travels and meticulous documentation of plant species helped expand our understanding of the natural world.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Reyland throughout history, each leaving their unique imprint on the world around them. Whether as storytellers, scholars, merchants, architects, or naturalists, the name Reyland has been associated with a rich tapestry of human endeavor and achievement.
People
Reyland + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Reyland as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Reyland: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Reyland?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Reyland going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Reyland a common name?
We classify Reyland as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Reyland most popular?
The single biggest year for Reyland was 2015, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Reyland is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Reyland in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Reyland a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Reyland in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Reyland still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Reyland in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Reyland can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Reyland?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Reyland on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.