Raginwald

Raginwald is a term used as a surname and as a place-name in Germanic-language contexts. The second element, wald, is the common German word for forest, while the first element may reflect an old personal name or a descriptive term; together they follow patterns common to medieval-era toponyms and surnames.

In onomastic records, Raginwald appears infrequently as a surname in central Europe, with variations in spelling over time. As a modern surname, it is encountered among individuals of Germanic or Central European origin, though it remains relatively rare.

In fiction and game lore, Raginwald is used as a fictional toponym to evoke a forested or frontier region. In these contexts, the name does not point to a single canonical setting but is adapted by authors and creators to fit different worlds.

Common fictional attributes associated with Raginwald include dense woodlands, rivers or streams, and occasionally a feudal or clan-based political structure. Descriptions and map placements depend on the author, and the name functions more as a mood cue than as a fixed locale.

See also: Wald, Ragin.