Holding steady.
Popularity of Reino since 1908
Babies named Reino per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 10 |
| 1910s | 359 |
| 1920s | 234 |
| 1930s | 41 |
| 1940s | 25 |
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Reino is a distinctly Finnish name that has seen little use in the United States. It was first recorded in the U.S. in 1908, and its peak year came in 1916, during a period of modest Finnish immigration. Since then, usage has been rare and stable, with no recent uptick or decline. The name carries regal connotations in its homeland, yet it remains virtually unknown in American naming culture. Parents choosing Reino today would be selecting a name deeply tied to Finnish heritage and history, with a straightforward pronunciation that travels reasonably well. Its lack of top state associations or notable bearers in the U.S. means the name offers a clean slate, grounded in a clear etymology.
Reino is a Finnish given name derived from the common noun 'reino', meaning 'kingdom' or 'realm', and by extension 'king'. It may also be a short form of the name Reino Armas or a translation of the Swedish name Konrad. The name has been used in Finland since the late 19th century, gaining modest popularity in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Repe, Rei
Variants: Reima
Sibling names for Reino
Names that share Reino's style, for a brother or sister.
