Gina
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
153,367 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1967 Peak Popularity Year
6,374 Peak Births

Gina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Gina originates from Italian and is a diminutive of Regina, meaning 'queen' in Latin. It has evolved from historical forms like Regina and Ginevra. Gina conveys traits of femininity and strength and has no biblical relevance. It became popular in the mid-20th century, especially in the United States, and is still well-regarded today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gina"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdʒiːnə/

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Origin

Italian

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Etymology

Gina is a diminutive form of the name Regina, which means 'queen' in Latin. It is often used as a standalone name in various cultures.

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Meaning

queen

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Language Evolution

Regina (Latin), Gina (Italian), Ginevra (Italian variant)

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Historical Usage

Gina gained popularity as a given name in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States and among Italian-American communities.

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Variants & Derivatives

Regina, Ginevra, Gine, Ginny

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Modern Popularity & Image

Gina is often perceived as a classic and feminine name, associated with grace and strength. It retains a degree of popularity, especially in Italian and Hispanic cultures.

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Famous People

Gina Lollobrigida (Italian actress), Gina Rodriguez (American actress), Gina Carano (American actress and former mixed martial artist)

📊 Gina Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Gina Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 6,374 peak births in 1967

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Rhode Island

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gina"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Gina"

"Gina" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 4360th of 7552 54
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2483rd of 10718 245
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 5994th of 16616 105
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1636th of 9107 435
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1213th of 9204 702
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 181st of 12526 37,064
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 76th of 19264 71,046
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 143rd of 27321 33,185
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 520th of 35406 8,972
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1777th of 30306 1,420

Regional Popularity of "Gina" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
60.98%
1791st/2937
60.24%
2098th/3483
- 47.82%
1934th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Gina" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- 59.32%
818th/1379
- 100.00%
1142nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
80.60%
1246th/1546
42.80%
666th/1556
100.00%
2353rd/2353
50.48%
781st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
8.35%
186th/2227
6.83%
166th/2430
7.19%
205th/2853
5.80%
161st/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
2.83%
83rd/2937
1.98%
69th/3483
2.96%
104th/3518
1.29%
52nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
3.99%
147th/3685
2.01%
90th/4475
4.16%
216th/5194
2.61%
165th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
11.39%
522nd/4582
5.17%
267th/5164
10.60%
775th/7313
8.27%
617th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
50.88%
2027th/3984
30.60%
1373rd/4487
28.82%
1966th/6822
24.22%
1520th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Gina"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Gina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Gina" in the United States

The name Gina is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gina has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2483rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5994th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1636th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1213th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 181st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 76th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 143rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 520th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1777th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Gina name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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