Dinna Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DIN-uh //ˈdɪnə//
Origin: Hebrew; Scottish
Meaning: Hebrew: 'God is my judge'; Scottish: diminutive of Dinah
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dinna is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Dinah, which means "judged" or "vindicated." The name Dinah appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis, where she is the daughter of Jacob and Leah. The name was later adopted into Greek as Δεινά (Deina) and subsequently into Latin, maintaining its original meaning.
The transition into English occurred through the Old French form, which was influenced by the biblical texts and the cultural exchanges during the medieval period, particularly through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century. Throughout history, Dinah has been associated with various cultural and religious narratives.
In the biblical account, Dinah's story involves themes of family, identity, and conflict, which have resonated through centuries. The name has been borne by various figures in literature and art, contributing to its enduring presence in Western culture.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, played a significant role in popularizing biblical names, including Dinah, in English-speaking communities. Culturally, the name Dinna, as a diminutive or variant of Dinah, carries similar connotations of judgment and vindication.
It may also evoke a sense of femininity and strength, reflecting the character of Dinah in the biblical narrative. The name's historical significance and its connections to themes of justice and identity have allowed it to maintain relevance across generations, often symbolizing resilience and the complexities of female experience in various cultural contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dinna was first seen in the United States in 1952.
Dinna has ranked as high as #1025 nationally, which occurred in 1952, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Dinna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dinna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Dinna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Dinna
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Dinna.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1952 | 10 |