Regina Coy

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Regina Coy — Latin
206K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Regina Coy is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Regina is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Regina is a Late Latin feminine name meaning "queen" from the Latin, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian word meaning the same. Regina was the name of an early Christian saint. Ρήγαινα (Rigena, Regena), Ρεγγίνα,(Regina), Βασίλισσα (Vasilissa) (Greek) Regina (freedwoman) (2nd-century), a Romano-British woman known from her tombstone at South Shields, UK. The surname Coy: Surname: Bernard Coy (1991), an American bank robber, famous for trying to escape from Alcatraz prison Bobby Coy, English former football player Eric Coy, Canadian Olympic discus thrower and shot putter John Coy, American children's book author Jeffrey Coy (1951–2018), American politician Juan Coy, Minister of State for Human Development in Belize Lynne Coy-Ogan, American academic administrator Michelle Coy, British bobsledder Randi Coy, participant in the reality show My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance Steve Coy, English drummer, manager, producer, and songwriter for new wave band Dead or Alive Ted . Regina is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 206K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Regina reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Regina

Latin

Regina is a Late Latin feminine name meaning "queen" from the Latin, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian word meaning the same. Regina was the name of an early Christian saint. Ρήγαινα (Rigena, Regena), Ρεγγίνα,(Regina), Βασίλισσα (Vasilissa) (Greek) Regina (freedwoman) (2nd-century), a Romano-British woman known from her tombstone at South Shields, UK.

Surname: Coy

English

Surname: Bernard Coy (1991), an American bank robber, famous for trying to escape from Alcatraz prison Bobby Coy, English former football player Eric Coy, Canadian Olympic discus thrower and shot putter John Coy, American children's book author Jeffrey Coy (1951–2018), American politician Juan Coy, Minister of State for Human Development in Belize Lynne Coy-Ogan, American academic administrator Michelle Coy, British bobsledder Randi Coy, participant in the reality show My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance Steve Coy, English drummer, manager, producer, and songwriter for new wave band Dead or Alive Ted .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Regina is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Regina by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Regina Coy

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Regina Coy:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Regina?
The first name Regina originates from Latin. Regina is a Late Latin feminine name meaning "queen" from the Latin, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian word meaning the same. Regina was the name of an early Christian saint. Ρήγαινα (Rigena, Regena), Ρεγγίνα,(Regina), Βασίλισσα (Vasilissa) (Greek) Regina (freedwoman) (2nd-century), a Romano-British woman known from her tombstone at South Shields, UK.
When was Regina most popular?
The name Regina reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Coy?
The surname Coy originates from English. Surname: Bernard Coy (1991), an American bank robber, famous for trying to escape from Alcatraz prison Bobby Coy, English former football player Eric Coy, Canadian Olympic discus thrower and shot putter John Coy, American children's book author Jeffrey Coy (1951–2018), American politician Juan Coy, Minister of State for Human Development in Belize Lynne Coy-Ogan, American academic administrator Michelle Coy, British bobsledder Randi Coy, participant in the reality show My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance Steve Coy, English drummer, manager, producer, and songwriter for new wave band Dead or Alive Ted .
What are the origins of the name Regina Coy?
The name Regina Coy combines two different traditions: the first name Regina has Latin roots, while the surname Coy originates from English.
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