Gina Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEE-nah / ˈdʒiː.nəItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: Queen; Latin: Young
Historical & Cultural Background
Gina is often considered a diminutive of names such as Regina or Virginia. It has been used in various cultures, primarily in Italian-speaking regions. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It is more commonly associated with females but has been used for males as well.
Trend Summary
Gina has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1960s and declining since.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gine
- Gino
International Variants
- Gina (Italian)
- Gine (Spanish)
Famous people named Gina
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Fictional characters named Gina
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gina was first seen in the United States in 1959. Gina has ranked as high as #1065 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Gina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gina (1972)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |