A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Regino since 1917
Babies named Regino per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 8 |
| 1920s | 41 |
| 1930s | 63 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 74 |
| 1960s | 89 |
| 1970s | 116 |
| 1980s | 106 |
| 1990s | 116 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Regino is a rare masculine name of Spanish and Italian origin, possibly related to Reginald. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, though it never gained widespread use. Its peak year was 1977, reflecting a modest revival during the 1970s when the name was given to a few dozen boys annually. Since 2021, the name has shown a slight upward trend, with 1 in 244,011 newborns receiving it in 2025, ranking it 9,714th. The name has never been common enough to appear among top state rankings, remaining a distinctive choice within Hispanic and Italian communities.
Regino is a masculine given name with roots in Spanish and Italian, where it likely evolved as a variant of names like Reginald or Regino (Latin: Reginus), ultimately deriving from the Germanic elements 'ragin' (counsel) or 'regin' (rule). It has been used sporadically in Spanish-speaking countries and Latin communities since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Reg, Gino, Rey
Variants: Reginus
Sibling names for Regino
Names that share Regino's style, for a brother or sister.
