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Reine

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Pronounced REN /ˈrɛn/Medium

Meaning: From French reine, 'a queen' (from Latin regina; a Marian title, Reine du Ciel, 'Queen of Heaven')Medium

In 30 seconds: A queen: Reine is French for 'a queen'. Regal, elegant, and warm (said 'REN').

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Origin MediumFrench, Latin

MeaningFrom French reine, 'a queen' (from Latin regina; a Marian title, Reine du Ciel, 'Queen of Heaven')

U.S. rank (2025)#7417 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births15 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 527

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Reine comes from French reine, 'a queen' (from Latin regina) — a regal, elegant name, also a devotional title of the Virgin Mary (Reine du Ciel, 'Queen of Heaven'). A chic French name (said 'REN', one syllable; not 'rain').

In the U.S. it appears in French families. Rare, a-queen at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Reine means 'a queen' in French (from Latin regina) — a regal name, also a Marian title (Reine du Ciel, 'Queen of Heaven'); elegant and chic (said 'REN').

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Reine — etymology

Variations

ReinaReginaRayne

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Reine mean?

Reine is French for 'a queen' (from Latin regina).

How do you pronounce Reine?

It's said REN /ˈrɛn/ — a single syllable (like 'wren', not 'rain').

Is Reine a boy or girl name?

Reine is a girl's name.

How popular is Reine?

Reine is a rare name in the U.S.