Gerina

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1966US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile

What does Gerina mean and where does it come from?

Gerina is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gerina carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1966 in 2015 — currently #1966 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gerina?

Gerina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gerina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gerina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gerina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gerina Claire
French influence · crisp
Gerina Jane
Literary · strong
Gerina Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gerina right now?

Holding steady — currently #1966 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1966 · Top 1.5%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#196610stable
2022#196610stable
2021#196610stable
2020#196610stable
2019#196610
💎Gerina is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gerina?

Common
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Famous people named Gerina

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Gerina (modern Greek athlete)
Gerina brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Gerina (Greek poet or artist)
Gerina helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Gerina (Byzantine leader)
Gerina used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Gerina (Greek poet or artist)
Gerina helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Common questions about the name Gerina

What does the name Gerina mean?
Gerina means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gerina?
Gerina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gerina?
Gerina originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gerina?
Gerina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gerina a common or rare name?
Gerina is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.