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Reena
Reena Pronunciation
Reena is pronounced REE-nah /Λri.nΙ/Medium
Meaning: From Hebrew rina, 'joy, a song of joy'; also Sanskrit, 'a gem, dissolved/melted'; also a pet of Sabrina/Katarina; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Reena comes variously from Hebrew rina, 'joy, a glad song', and Sanskrit, 'a gem' (also 'dissolved, melted' β graceful) β and it also serves as a pet form of names ending in -rina (Sabrina, Katarina; routes layered, which we note). A soft, lyrical name across the Jewish and South Asian worlds (said 'REE-nah').
In the U.S. it appears across communities. Rare, joy-or-a-gem at the root, and lyrical.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Reena?
Reena is pronounced REE-nah (/Λri.nΙ/). Press play above to hear Reena said aloud.
How do you say Reena?
Reena is said REE-nah (/Λri.nΙ/). Press play above to hear Reena said aloud.
What does the name Reena mean?
Reena is Hebrew for 'joy', Sanskrit for 'a gem', and a pet of -rina names; the routes are layered.
Is Reena a boy or girl name?
Reena is a girl's name.
How popular is Reena?
Reena is a rare name in the U.S.