Regina
Regina is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Queen”.
| Meaning | Queen |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | ruh-JEE-nuh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, Germany, Italy, Poland |
Meaning and origin of Regina
Regina is the Latin word for 'queen', from rex 'king'. It came into use as a given name in Christian Europe largely through the Marian titles Regina Caeli, 'Queen of Heaven', and Salve Regina. A third-century martyr, St. Regina, was also venerated in France and Germany. The name is used across Europe and the Americas, and is also the capital city of Saskatchewan.
Is Regina a Christian name?
Regina is closely linked to the Virgin Mary, honoured in Catholic prayer as Queen of Heaven.
How popular is Regina?
Well known but less common for babies than it was in the mid-twentieth century.
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Spellings and variants of Regina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Regina mean?
Regina means 'Queen'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Regina a Christian name?
Regina is closely linked to the Virgin Mary, honoured in Catholic prayer as Queen of Heaven.
How do you pronounce Regina?
Regina is pronounced ruh-JEE-nuh.
Is Regina a boy or girl name?
Regina is usually a girl name.