Gina

Gina is an Italian short form of names ending in -gina, most commonly Georgina, Regina, or Luigina, derived ultimately from Latin and Greek roots meaning variously "earth-worker," "queen," or derived from the Germanic name Luigi (Louis). It emerged as an independent given name in the twentieth century, popularized in part by Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida. Related forms include Jeana, Gena, and the fuller names Regina and Georgina.