Reinette

Reinette is a French pet form of the name Reine, which in turn is a shortened form of Regina, a name that has already been used in antiquity. Translated, this first name means "the little queen," "the little ruler," and "the queen of heaven." These designations come from the Latin Regina Caeli, an honorary title for Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ.

What does the name Reinette mean?

Reinette is considered a French diminutive of Reine, which itself is a short form of Regina, a name that has been used since antiquity. The name means "the little queen," "the little ruler," and "the queen of heaven," derived from the Latin expression Regina Caeli, which is associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus. The exact origin is unclear; however, it is believed that Reinette is derived from the Latin rēgīna meaning "the queen," "the ruler," or "the princess," as well as from the Celtic rīganī, which also means "the queen." Another possibility could be a reference to the Old Norse regin or rọgn, meaning "the council" or "the decision of the gods." Related names include Regine, Raina, Reina, Rayna, Reyna, Renja, Renya, Reginella, Gina, and Geena.

Where does the name Reinette come from?

The first name Reinette has Latin roots and means "the little queen." The Latin

How do you pronounce Reinette?

The pronunciation of Reinette is three syllables and shows a clearly structured sound quality. The name is typically pronounced as "Rei-net-te" [ʁɛnɛt], beginning with a diphthong that gives it breadth and openness. The open ending syllable provides a soft sound and a harmonious flow. Thus, Reinette conveys a gentle and elegant impression – clear, melodic, and with a fine, cultivated note.

When is the name day of Reinette?

The name day of Reinette is celebrated on January 18, June 1, August 22, September 7, and December 20.

Popularity

In Germany, Reinette is a rather rare name. It has not yet found a place in the German charts for first names. Its best placement was in 2006, reaching 502nd place in the Northern Irish name charts. From 1997 to 2024, Reinette was given as a first name in Northern Ireland fewer than 10 times, placing it at 2,956th. In the last ten years, no child has been named that.

Famous people

• Jeanne Antoinette « Reinette » Poisson (mistress (Madame de Pompadour) of French King Louis XV)
• Reinette Loranaise (singer from France)