Reina
Reina is a Christian girl name of Spanish, from Latin origin, meaning “Queen”.
| Meaning | Queen |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish, from Latin |
| Pronunciation | RAY-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, United States |
Meaning and origin of Reina
Reina is the Spanish word for queen, from the Latin 'regina'. As a given name it often carries a Marian echo, since the Virgin Mary is honoured with titles such as Reina del Cielo, Queen of Heaven. It is used across the Spanish-speaking world and has also appeared among English speakers as a variant of Raina or Rayna. Similar-sounding names exist in other languages, such as Japanese Reina, but these are unrelated in origin.
Is Reina a Christian name?
In Catholic tradition the name recalls Mary's title as Queen of Heaven, celebrated in the prayer 'Regina Caeli'. It is not itself a biblical name.
How popular is Reina?
Modestly used in Latin America and among Hispanic families in the US.
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Spellings and variants of Reina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Reina mean?
Reina means 'Queen'. It is of Spanish, from Latin origin.
Is Reina a Christian name?
In Catholic tradition the name recalls Mary's title as Queen of Heaven, celebrated in the prayer 'Regina Caeli'. It is not itself a biblical name.
How do you pronounce Reina?
Reina is pronounced RAY-nah.
Is Reina a boy or girl name?
Reina is usually a girl name.