Regine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Regine originates from the Latin word 'regina', meaning 'queen'. The name has evolved through historical forms such as Regina in Latin and Old French, maintaining its association with royalty. It is characterized by elegance and sophistication, with no significant biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to be appreciated in modern times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Regine"
Pronunciation
/rəˈʒiːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Regine is derived from the Latin word 'regina', which means 'queen'. The term is associated with royal lineage and authority.
Meaning
queen
Language Evolution
Regina (Latin), Regine (Old French), Regine (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Regine became popular in various European countries during the Middle Ages, often used in royal contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Regina, Reggie, Rina
Modern Popularity & Image
Regine is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with grace and nobility.
Famous People
Regine Velasquez, Regine Chassagne
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 174 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Regine"
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 "Regine"
"Regine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5657th of 9107 | 36 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5635th of 12526 | 88 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3769th of 19264 | 268 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2579th of 27321 | 701 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6725th of 35406 | 280 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Regine" 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 "Regine" 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) |
- |
40.88% 1424th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.20% 2034th/3685 |
30.57% 1368th/4475 |
43.80% 2275th/5194 |
47.59% 3006th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
93.37% 4278th/4582 |
72.17% 3727th/5164 |
67.97% 4971st/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Regine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Regine" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Regine" in the United States
The name Regine is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Regine 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, 'Regine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5657th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5635th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3769th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2579th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6725th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Regine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.