Rinor
A masculine name of Albanian origin meaning "reborn" or "reawakened".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Rinor. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rinor today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rinor births was 2013 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rinor. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Rinor with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rinor. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2013
5 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2013 SSA rank
#13,659
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Rinor: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Rinor by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Rinor during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Rinor
The given name Rinor is believed to have originated from the Albanian language, which is a branch of the Indo-European family of languages. This name has been popular in Albania and Kosovo, as well as among Albanian communities in neighboring regions such as North Macedonia and Montenegro.
The name Rinor is derived from the Albanian word "rinor," which means "young" or "youthful." It is a masculine name that is often associated with traits such as energy, vitality, and a fresh perspective on life. The name's roots can be traced back to the early days of Albanian culture and language, which have been shaped by various influences, including ancient Greek, Roman, and Slavic cultures.
Historical records indicate that the name Rinor has been in use for several centuries, although its popularity has fluctuated over time. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the "Kanun of Lekë Dukagjini," a set of traditional Albanian laws and customs that date back to the 15th century. In this text, the name Rinor is mentioned as a common name among the Albanian nobility and warriors of that era.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Rinor. One such figure was Rinor Qyra (1887-1943), an Albanian writer, journalist, and political activist who played a significant role in the Albanian National Awakening movement during the early 20th century. Another notable Rinor was Rinor Maloku (1912-1998), a prominent Albanian artist and sculptor whose works are celebrated for their depiction of Albanian culture and traditions.
Other historical figures with the name Rinor include Rinor Bici (1924-2005), an Albanian writer and poet known for his contributions to Albanian literature, and Rinor Stefani (born 1932), a renowned Albanian architect who has designed numerous iconic buildings in Tirana and other cities throughout Albania.
In more recent times, Rinor Nushi (born 1974) has gained recognition as an Albanian singer and songwriter, particularly for his contributions to the genre of urban folk music. His music has resonated with audiences both in Albania and among the Albanian diaspora worldwide.
People
Rinor + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rinor as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rinor: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rinor?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rinor going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Rinor a common name?
We classify Rinor as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rinor most popular?
The single biggest year for Rinor was 2013, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rinor is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Rinor in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rinor a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rinor in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Rinor still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rinor in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Rinor can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Rinor?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.