Reine Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: RAYN /reɪn/
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: French: queen; Latin: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Reine has its roots in the Latin word "regina," meaning "queen." This term evolved through Old French as "reine," which directly translates to "queen" in modern English. The transition from Latin to Old French occurred during the early medieval period, particularly as the influence of the Roman Empire waned and the vernacular languages began to take shape.
The name entered the English language through the Norman Conquest of the 11th century, when many French words and names were adopted into English, particularly those associated with nobility and royalty. Historically, the name Reine has been associated with various royal figures and has appeared in literature and art throughout the centuries.
Notably, the name has been used in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing power, grace, and femininity. The concept of a queen has been a significant motif in many cultures, representing leadership and authority.
In the context of Christianity, the term "Queen of Heaven" is often used to refer to the Virgin Mary, further embedding the notion of queenship within religious and cultural narratives. In addition to its royal connotations, the name Reine carries a sense of elegance and dignity, often evoking images of nobility and grace.
Its association with queenship has allowed it to resonate in various artistic expressions, from literature to music. The name has also inspired diminutive forms and variations in different languages, such as "Raina" in Slavic cultures, which also means "queen" or "pure." This linguistic connection underscores the enduring appeal and significance of the name across different cultures and eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reine was first seen in the United States in 1888.
Reine has ranked as high as #9195 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Reine has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Reine is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Reine was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Reine.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 15 |
| 2024 | 24 | 24 |
| 2023 | 16 | 16 |
| 2022 | 13 | 13 |
| 2021 | 22 | 22 |
| 2020 | 15 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 | 16 |
| 2018 | 12 | 12 |
| 2017 | 23 | 23 |
| 2016 | 12 | 12 |
| 2015 | 8 | 8 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 12 | 12 |
| 2012 | 12 | 12 |
| 2011 | 11 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 | 9 |
| 2009 | 11 | 11 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 | 8 |
| 1966 | 12 | 12 |
| 1964 | 9 | 9 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1962 | 9 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 9 | 9 |
| 1956 | 8 | 8 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 |
| 1948 | 7 | 7 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 | 6 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 |
| 1922 | 8 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
| 1915 | 7 | 7 |
| 1914 | 7 | 7 |
| 1909 | 5 | 5 |
| 1898 | 5 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Reine (2021)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |