Lina
l(i)-na
US Popularity:1142
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Young palm tree; Tender; Delicate; Flax
Lina, a girl's name, is more than just a nickname for names like Paulina and Angelina. In Arabic, this name means "young palm tree," as well as "tender" and "delicate," which can match baby's sweet, adorable demeanor to a tee. As a Greek name, Lina can come from linos, meaning "flax," inspiring your little one's earthy spirit. Lina can also be spelled as Lena, which is used as a nickname for names like Helena and Marlena, giving your little one plenty of inspiration.
Lina Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lina is currently #517 on The Bump
Girl:Lina is currently #211 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lina is currently #1142 in U.S. births
Girl:Lina is currently #425 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1142
in 2022
+ 143
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Lina (1), November 2019
Quranic Names, Lina, A Quranic Name for Girls
Quranic Names, Leena, A Quranic Name for Girls
Ancestry, Lina Family History
WordSense, Lena
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