Regena
Regena is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Queen.
Origin and history
Regena is a feminine given name of Latin origin, serving as a phonetic variant of Regina. It means 'queen' and gained moderate usage in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is an uncommon classic choice for parents seeking an alternative spelling of a traditional regal name.
Popularity in the United States
2,730 babies in the United States have been named Regena since 1880. It ranks #3382 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (31.1 %)
- AL (12.6 %)
- TN (10.2 %)
- CA (7.4 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 92 |
| 1920-1930 | 182 |
| 1930-1940 | 177 |
| 1940-1950 | 369 |
| 1950-1960 | 661 |
| 1960-1970 | 641 |
| 1970-1980 | 400 |
| 1980-1990 | 147 |
| 1990-2000 | 35 |
| 2000-2010 | 21 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Reggie, Gina, Gena
Fun facts
- Regena developed as a phonetic spelling variant of the Latin name Regina, mirroring its pronunciation directly.
- The name experienced its highest levels of usage in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.