Lina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lina is a name of Arabic and Latin origin, meaning 'tender' or 'delicate.' It has evolved through different languages, maintaining its gentle connotation. While it does not have biblical significance, it has gained popularity since the late 19th century. The name is often associated with beauty and grace, and it has notable variants. Famous individuals with this name include film director Lina Wertmüller and fictional character Lina Inverse.
The name Lina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lina has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 652nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 881st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1179th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1136th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1121st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 967th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 708th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lina"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːnə/
Origin
Arabic, Latin
Etymology
Lina is derived from the Arabic word 'لينة' (līnah), meaning 'tender' or 'delicate.' It is also related to the Latin name 'Lina,' which is a diminutive form of names like 'Carolina' or 'Paulina.'
Meaning
tender, delicate
Language Evolution
Lina (Latin), Līnah (Arabic), Lina (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Lina gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in Europe and later in the Americas.
Variants & Derivatives
Lina, Linae, Lin, Linet
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lina is perceived as a modern, feminine name that conveys warmth and gentleness. It has gained popularity in various cultures and is often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Lina Wertmüller (Italian film director), Lina Inverse (fictional character from the anime series 'Slayers'), Lina Romay (Spanish actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lina"
"Lina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 652nd of 9107 | 2,183 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 881st of 9204 | 1,234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1179th of 12526 | 1,468 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1136th of 19264 | 1,693 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1121st of 27321 | 2,394 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 967th of 35406 | 4,044 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 708th of 30306 | 4,870 |
Regional Popularity of "Lina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
68.86% 975th/1416 |
48.88% 674th/1379 |
25.49% 603rd/2366 |
57.79% 660th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
60.80% 946th/1556 |
32.72% 770th/2353 |
68.33% 1057th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
67.71% 1508th/2227 |
44.16% 1073rd/2430 |
38.87% 1109th/2853 |
38.56% 1070th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.09% 1530th/2937 |
23.51% 819th/3483 |
36.98% 1301st/3518 |
21.02% 850th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.94% 1398th/3685 |
20.04% 897th/4475 |
23.51% 1221st/5194 |
13.33% 842nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.80% 1274th/4582 |
13.21% 682nd/5164 |
15.47% 1131st/7313 |
11.30% 843rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.59% 940th/3984 |
10.16% 456th/4487 |
12.34% 842nd/6822 |
10.37% 651st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.