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The first name Reinfried is a more modern variant of the Old High German name Raginfried. Translated, it means 'the advisor of peace', 'the advising peacekeeper', 'the peaceful counselor', and 'the one who establishes peace through his counsel'.
What does the name Reinfried mean?
Reinfried is a younger form of the Old High German name Raginfried. It is translated as 'the advisor of peace', 'the advising peacekeeper', 'the peaceful counselor', and 'the one who creates peace through counsel'. The name consists of the Old High German elements ragin, which means 'the counsel', 'the decision', 'the advisor', 'the decision (of the gods)', or 'the fate', and fridu, which means 'the peace', 'the friendship', 'the peacekeeper', 'the protection', 'the security', or 'protection from armed violence'. Reinfried is also common as a surname, and female variants include Reinfrieda and Reinfriede.
Where does the name Reinfried come from?
The name Reinfried originates from Old High German and carries the meaning 'the advisor of peace'. The word components ragin (the counsel, the decision, the advisor, the decision of the gods, the fate) and fridu (the peace, the friendship, the peacekeeper, the protection, the security, protection from armed violence) are of Old High German origin. Languages: German.
How do you pronounce Reinfried?
The pronunciation of Reinfried is two syllables and has a bright sound structure. It is pronounced as 'Rein-fried' [ˈʁaɪ̯nfʁiːt], with the elongated syllable '-fried' featuring a long 'ie', giving the name a certain breadth and brilliance. The strong final sound '-d' adds a sense of firmness. Reinfried conveys a dignified and calm impression - a name with a clear syllable structure, balanced sound movement, and traditional depth.
When is the name day of Reinfried?
The name day for Reinfried is celebrated on September 17.
Popularity
In Germany, Reinfried is a rare first name. In 2014, it ranked 3,829th on the list of the most common male first names. From 2010 to 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, there have been no newborns given this name.
Nicknames & pet names
Reinfe / Reini
Famous people
- Reinfried Herbst (professional slalom skier from Salzburg)
- Reinfried Keilich (German actor)
- Reinfried Pohl (German jurist)
- Reinfried Vogler (German lawyer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Reinfried
What does the name Reinfried mean?
Reinfried means 'the advisor of peace' and is composed of the Old High German elements for counsel and peace.
Is Reinfried a boy's or girl's name?
Reinfried is a traditional boy's name.
Are there suitable nicknames for Reinfried?
Yes, common nicknames for Reinfried include Reinfe and Reini.
How is the name Reinfried pronounced?
The name Reinfried is typically pronounced as 'Rain-fried'.