"judged, vindicated"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Dina
Pronunciation: [ d-EEN-uh ]
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"divine"
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The Story of Dina
Dina (also spelled Dinah) comes from the Hebrew word 'din,' meaning judgment or vindicated. In the Hebrew Bible, Dinah is the daughter of Jacob and Leah, making her one of the few named women in Genesis. Her story in chapter 34 is one of the most dramatic in the Old Testament, giving the name deep historical roots in Jewish and Christian tradition.
Dinah was a popular name in the 19th and early 20th centuries, appearing in folk songs like 'Dinah, Is There Anyone Finer?' The shorter Dina gained traction as a sleek international form across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries, remaining well-used in Italy, Israel, and Arabic-speaking regions.
In Jewish tradition, Dinah represents one of the matriarchal figures of the twelve tribes. In Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures, Dina is a common standalone name rather than just a nickname, giving it strong Mediterranean identity.
Historical Record
Dina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 29,887 babies have been named Dina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dina is past its peak , currently ranked #1,337 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Dinah is one of the few women given a speaking role and her own narrative chapter in Genesis
- The name appears in the popular 19th century song 'I've Been Working on the Railroad' ('someone's in the kitchen with Dinah')
- Dina is a top-50 name in Israel today
Dina in Other Languages
Arabic
دينا
Hebrew
דִּינָה
Italian
Dina
Russian
Дина
Spanish
Dina
Popularity Over Time
#1,337
Current Rank
Peaked 1969
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Dina
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Dina Asher-Smith
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1995
British sprinter and the fastest British woman in recorded history
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Daughter of Jacob and Leah in the Hebrew Bible; one of the few named women with her own narrative in Genesis
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,337
- Total SSA Count
- 171
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Italian Arabic English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Di
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dina
What does the name Dina mean?
"judged, vindicated" (from Hebrew). "divine" (from Latin). Dina (also spelled Dinah) comes from the Hebrew word 'din,' meaning judgment or vindicated. In the Hebrew Bible, Dinah is the daughter of Jacob and Leah, making her one of the few named women in Genesis. Her story in chapter 34 is one of the most dramatic in the Old Testament, giving the name deep historical roots in Jewish and Christian tradition.
What is the origin of the name Dina?
Dina has Hebrew, Latin, Jewish, Italian, Arabic, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "judged, vindicated". In Latin, it means "divine".
Is Dina a boy or girl name?
Dina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1337. As a boy name, it is ranked #31491. Dina is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Dina?
Dina is pronounced d-EEN-uh.
How popular is the name Dina?
Dina is currently ranked #1337 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Dina?
Popular middle name pairings include Dina Rose, Dina Marie, Dina Claire, Dina Louise, Dina Grace, and Dina Anne.
What are good sibling names for Dina?
Names that pair well with Dina as siblings include Miriam, Rachel, Leah, Aaron, Samuel, Naomi, and Ruth.
How many syllables does Dina have?
Dina has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Dina a common or rare name?
Dina is an uncommon name, ranked #1337 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Dina?
Are there other spellings for Dina?
Related spellings include Dinah.
About the Name Dina
Dina is a girl name with Jewish, Italian, Arabic, and English origins . The name means "judged, vindicated" in Hebrew .
Is Dina a boy or girl name? Dina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,337 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #31,491. Dina is more commonly used as a girl name.
Dina is currently ranked #1,337 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Dina has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-EEN-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Dina include Di. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dina include Dinah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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