The nameRina
Rina is a short girl's name, given in France mostly in the 1920s and 1930s.
- Girl's name
- Several origins
Meaning
It is often a nickname for names ending in -rina, such as Catarina or Irina. In Hebrew, rina means "joy, song".
Origin
Several origins, Italian or Hebrew.
History
Found in France since 1905, Rina peaked in the late 1920s, then became rare. It has had a slight revival since the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Rina
Rina in France
Rina was most popular in France in the 1920s, with 340 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Rina. Its rise began around 1911, and it peaked in 1928. Half of all babies named Rina in France were born before 1943, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rina mean?
It is often a nickname for names ending in -rina, such as Catarina or Irina. In Hebrew, rina means "joy, song".
What is the origin of the name Rina?
Several origins, Italian or Hebrew.
Is Rina a girl's or a boy's name?
Rina is a girl's name.