Regina

Meaning of Regina

Regina means "queen." It's a direct translation of the Latin word for a female ruler.

Regina has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Regina

Regina has cooled off, slipping to #395 in 2025, down from a peak of #328 in 2023.

Notable people named Regina

• Queen Latifah
  Rapper, singer, and actress
• Regina King
  Actress and director
• Regina Spektor
  Singer-songwriter and pianist
• Regina Hall
  Actress and comedian
• Regina Carter
  Jazz violinist

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Questions about the name Regina

What does the name Regina mean?

Regina means regina means "queen." it's a direct translation of the latin word for a female ruler, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Regina a boy's or a girl's name?

Regina is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Regina?

In 2025, Regina ranked #395 for girls, down from #340 the year before.

When was Regina most popular?

Regina peaked at #328 in 2023.