Reanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reanna is an Irish name derived from Rhiannon, meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen.' It evolved from historical forms like Rhiannon and Rhiann. The name is associated with traits of strength and beauty, but it does not have biblical relevance. Reanna gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently perceived as a modern and unique feminine name.
The name Reanna is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Reanna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Reanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2671st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1257th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1253rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6253rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Reanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reanna"
Pronunciation
/riˈænə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Reanna is derived from the Gaelic name Rhiannon, which means 'great queen' or 'divine queen.' It is associated with a figure in Welsh mythology who is known for her beauty and strength.
Meaning
great queen, divine queen
Language Evolution
Rhiannon, Rhiann, Reanna
Historical Usage
Reanna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhiannon, Reana, Rianne
Modern Popularity & Image
Reanna is viewed as a modern, feminine name associated with strength and beauty, often appealing to parents looking for unique yet meaningful names.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reanna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Reanna"
"Reanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2671st of 19264 | 449 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1257th of 27321 | 2,019 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1253rd of 35406 | 2,849 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6253rd of 30306 | 234 |
Regional Popularity of "Reanna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Reanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
- |
73.56% 2588th/3518 |
39.49% 1597th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.64% 1424th/3685 |
61.39% 2747th/4475 |
31.79% 1651st/5194 |
15.26% 964th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.82% 1183rd/4582 |
27.58% 1424th/5164 |
17.56% 1284th/7313 |
16.87% 1259th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
79.84% 5011th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Reanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reanna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.