Regino
Meaningroyal · Latin
Regino is a Mexican boy name meaning “royal”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Word funRegino doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- GenerationRegino peaked in 1962, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Regino you'd meet today is about 63 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Regino would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 243,902 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryRegino first shows up in US birth records in 1917, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 108 years since.
US births per million boys, 1917–2025
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About the name Regino
Regino is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “royal”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1960s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Regino
What does the name Regino mean?
Regino means “royal” and comes from Latin. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Royal (“royal”), Aulani (“royal messenger”), Basil (“royal”) and Riordan (“royal poet”).
What is the origin of the name Regino?
Regino is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Latin. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Regino a boy or girl name?
Regino is a boy name. In 2025, 7 US boys were named Regino.
How popular is the name Regino?
Regino ranked #9,714 for US boys in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 1962, when it reached #2,117. Over the last five years it has climbed 891 places.
What names are similar to Regino?
If you like Regino, you might also like Royal, Aulani, Basil and Riordan.
What should I know before naming my baby Regino?
Regino is a Mexican boy name meaning “royal”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.