Rising since 1986, #582 for girls today.
Popularity of Reina since 1896
Babies named Reina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 16 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 31 |
| 1920s | 97 |
| 1930s | 122 |
| 1940s | 126 |
| 1950s | 232 |
| 1960s | 412 |
| 1970s | 790 |
| 1980s | 1,326 |
| 1990s | 2,002 |
| 2000s | 2,721 |
| 2010s | 3,232 |
| 2020s | 2,973 |
Meaning & origin
Reina is a feminine name of Spanish and Italian origin meaning 'queen.' First recorded in the U.S. in 1896, it has seen a steady rise in popularity since 1986, peaking in 2024 at rank 582. As of 2025, about 1 in 3,152 baby girls are named Reina. The name is especially favored in Oklahoma, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Its regal meaning and melodic sound have made it a stylish choice, fitting in with modern names like Elena and Amara. The name's trajectory suggests continued growth, making it a name that is both elegant and accessible.
Reina is directly derived from the Spanish and Italian word for 'queen', itself from Latin 'regina'. As a given name, it has been used in Spanish and Italian-speaking regions, occasionally as a title name referencing royalty. In English-speaking countries, Reina has gained popularity since the late 20th century, sometimes as a variant of Regina or a feminization of Rey.
Where Reina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Reina” around the world
Where Reina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rei, Rina
Sibling names for Reina
Names that share Reina's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Reina
Names whose popularity has moved with Reina's over the last 50 years.
