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Reginia

reh-JIN-ee-uh · The name Reginia is of uncertain origin but likely a variant of Regina, meaning "queen" in Latin.

Peak popularity
1969
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Reginia since 1913

Babies named Reginia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1962, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Reginia's real moment was 1969.

163349192019602000Most births 1962Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s60
1920s93
1930s76
1940s101
1950s253
1960s411
1970s242
1980s68
1990s11
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Reginia is a rare feminine name that appears to be a derivative of Regina, the Latin word for "queen." First recorded in 1913, the name saw its highest usage in 1969, but it has never entered the top 1000 names in the United States. Its trajectory has remained stable over the decades, with occasional use primarily in the 1960s. While it shares phonetic elements with more common names like Regina and Virginia, Reginia has maintained a distinct identity. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice, with possible nicknames including Reggie or Gina. Despite its obscurity, the name carries a regal connection through its likely root meaning.

Reginia is a feminine name that appears to be a variant of Regina, the Latin word for "queen." It has been used sporadically in the United States since at least the early 20th century, with a peak in the 1960s. The name remains rare and may have been influenced by similar names like Regina or Virginia.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Reggie, Gina, Inia

Variants: Regina, Regena

Sibling names for Reginia

Names that share Reginia's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Reginia mean?
Reginia is likely a variant of Regina, which means "queen" in Latin, though its exact origin is not fully certain.
How popular is the name Reginia?
Reginia is a very rare name. It was first recorded in 1913 and had its peak in 1969, but it has never ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States.
Is Reginia a boy or girl name?
Reginia is used almost exclusively for girls.