Regis, Latin for "of the king", occurs in numerous English place names. The name usually recalls the historical ownership of lands or manors by the Crown. In other places it honours royal associations rather than ownership.

What is the meaning of name Regis?

French (Régis): occupational name for a local dignitary, from a derivative of Old French régir 'to rule or manage'. French (Régis) and English: from Latin regis, genitive case of rex 'king', perhaps an occupational name for someone employed in the royal household, or a patronymic from a nickname.

Why do towns have Regis?

Regis, Latin for "of the king", occurs in numerous placenames. This usually recalls the historical ownership of lands or manors by the Crown. The "Regis" form was often used in the past as an alternative form to "King's", for instance at King's Bromley and King's Lynn.