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UK girl's name

Reigna

A feminine name derived from the Latin word "regina," meaning "queen" or "sovereign ruler.".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Reigna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Reigna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.

This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2018 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Reigna. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Reigna ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 girls were registered as Reigna.
  • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Reigna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5891

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2018

3 births

Estimated living

9

2026

Meaning

What does Reigna mean?

The name Reigna has its origins in the Latin language, derived from the word "regina," which means "queen" or "sovereign." This name was likely introduced during the medieval period in Europe, particularly in regions influenced by Latin and Romance languages.

In the early days, the name Reigna was closely associated with royalty and aristocracy. It was often given to daughters of noble families or those with aspirations of grandeur. The name carried a sense of power, authority, and regal elegance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Reigna can be found in the 11th century, when it was borne by Reigna of Aquitaine, a French noblewoman and duchess. She was known for her influential role in the political and cultural affairs of her time.

Another notable figure with the name Reigna was Reigna della Scala, an Italian noblewoman who lived in the 14th century. She was a member of the powerful Della Scala family, which ruled over the city of Verona during the Middle Ages.

In the 16th century, Reigna de Valois, a French princess and daughter of King Henry II, bore this name. She was known for her involvement in the religious and political conflicts of the era, particularly the Wars of Religion in France.

Moving forward in time, Reigna Maria Louisa, an Italian noblewoman and influential figure in the court of the Duchy of Parma, lived during the 18th century. She played a significant role in the cultural and artistic life of her time.

In the 19th century, Reigna Margherita, an Italian princess and member of the House of Savoy, carried the name. She was known for her philanthropic efforts and her support for various social causes.

While the name Reigna has its roots in the Latin and Romance languages, it has transcended cultural boundaries and been embraced across different regions and societies throughout history, often associated with nobility, grace, and a sense of regal sophistication.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Reigna over time

The chart below shows babies named Reigna registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2018 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Reigna, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Reigna
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Decades

Reigna by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Reigna was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5736 6 2
2010s #5666 3 1

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FAQ

Reigna: questions and answers

How popular is the name Reigna in the UK right now?

In 2024, Reigna was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Reigna most popular?

The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Reigna in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Reigna?

A feminine name derived from the Latin word "regina," meaning "queen" or "sovereign ruler.".

How many people are called Reigna in the UK?

A total of 9 babies have been registered as Reigna across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.