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UK girl's name

Rinoa

A feminine Japanese name meaning "to bring tranquility or peace".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Rinoa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Rinoa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 7 births.

This profile covers 48 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2006 to 2023. 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 48 living people in the UK are called Rinoa. 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 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Rinoa ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2014, when 7 girls were registered as Rinoa.
  • About 48 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rinoa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5687

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

2014

7 births

Estimated living

48

2026

Meaning

What does Rinoa mean?

The name Rinoa is of uncertain origin, with no clear consensus on its linguistic roots or cultural background. Some scholars suggest it may be derived from the Japanese word "rinoa," meaning "ringing bell," while others speculate it could be a variation of the Italian name Renata, which means "reborn."

Despite the lack of definitive historical records, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Rinoa throughout history. One of the earliest recorded instances is Rinoa Heartilly, a fictional character from the popular video game Final Fantasy VIII, which was released in 1999. Rinoa played a pivotal role in the game's storyline and became a beloved figure among fans.

In the realm of literature, Rinoa Suzumura was a Japanese author and poet who lived in the late 19th century. Though not widely known outside of Japan, her works explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition, earning her a respected place in the literary circles of her time.

Moving forward to the 20th century, Rinoa Petrovitch was a Russian-born ballet dancer who performed with the Bolshoi Ballet from 1938 to 1952. Her graceful movements and expressive performances earned her critical acclaim, and she is remembered as one of the company's most talented prima ballerinas.

In the field of science, Rinoa Nakamura was a Japanese physicist who made significant contributions to the study of quantum mechanics in the 1960s and 1970s. Her research on particle physics and the nature of subatomic particles helped further our understanding of the fundamental building blocks of the universe.

Lastly, Rinoa Martínez was a Venezuelan artist and sculptor who gained recognition in the late 20th century for her intricate and thought-provoking works. Her pieces, often crafted from recycled materials, explored themes of environmental conservation and the relationship between humanity and nature.

While the name Rinoa may not have a clear historical lineage, these individuals have left their mark on various fields, each contributing to the rich tapestry of human achievement and creativity associated with this enigmatic moniker.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Rinoa over time

The chart below shows babies named Rinoa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Rinoa, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 7 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Rinoa
02457200620142023

Decades

Rinoa by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rinoa 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 #5203 14 4
2010s #4487 24 5
2000s #5047 10 3

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FAQ

Rinoa: questions and answers

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

In 2023, Rinoa was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Rinoa most popular?

The peak year on record was 2014, with 7 babies registered as Rinoa in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Rinoa?

A feminine Japanese name meaning "to bring tranquility or peace".

How many people are called Rinoa in the UK?

A total of 48 babies have been registered as Rinoa across the 12 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.