Divine Unisex

Popularity: #844 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dih-VINE //dɪˈvaɪn//

Origin: Latin; English

Meaning: Latin: 'divine'; English: 'heavenly'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Divine has roots in the Latin word "divinus," which translates to "of a god" or "heavenly." This term is derived from the earlier Latin root "divus," meaning "god" or "deity." The transition into English occurred through the Old French form "divin," which was adopted into Middle English during the 14th century. The term has historically been associated with notions of divinity and the sacred, reflecting a connection to the divine or godly qualities attributed to various figures in religious texts and traditions.

Throughout history, the concept of the divine has been significant in various cultures and religions, often embodied in figures such as saints and deities. In Christian contexts, the term has been linked to the divine nature of Christ and the Holy Spirit, which has been emphasized in theological discussions and liturgical texts since the early centuries of the Church.

The King James Bible, published in 1611, further popularized the use of the term in English-speaking Christian communities, reinforcing its association with holiness and reverence. Culturally, the name Divine carries connotations of beauty, grace, and otherworldliness, often used in literature and art to evoke a sense of the sublime.

It has been employed in various forms of expression, from poetry to music, symbolizing the aspiration toward higher ideals and the transcendent. The name also has diminutive forms, such as "Diva," which historically referred to a goddess or a celebrated female singer, further enriching its cultural resonance.

Overall, the name Divine encapsulates a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution, historical significance, and cultural symbolism.

Famous people named Divine

In this section, you will find notable people named Divine. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Divine who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Divine who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Divine is an actor and drag performer best known for Pink Flamingos, Hairspray, and Female Trouble.

Fictional characters named Divine

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Divine is a fictional character from the film Pink Flamingos. She is a drag queen and a central figure in the film's exploration of transgressive culture.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Divine, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

CelesteSeraphinaAngelicaGraceFaith

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Divine. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

DianaVivianDelilahSeleneLunaAuroraEvelynIsadora

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Divine was first seen in the United States in 1976.

Divine has ranked as high as #2113 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, New Jersey, and Maryland.

In the past 5 years the name Divine has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Divine 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 Divine was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Divine.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 172 68 104
2024 201 104 97
2023 213 99 114
2022 219 101 118
2021 183 78 105
2020 186 72 114
2019 162 75 87
2018 126 37 89
2017 153 52 101
2016 129 42 87
2015 115 37 78
2014 121 48 73
2013 119 36 83
2012 137 50 87
2011 120 36 84
2010 140 49 91
2009 123 44 79
2008 123 44 79
2007 130 48 82
2006 123 45 78
2005 128 44 84
2004 108 39 69
2003 110 37 73
2002 120 41 79
2001 132 48 84
2000 123 56 67
1999 116 47 69
1998 76 47 29
1997 63 35 28
1996 52 33 19
1995 43 28 15
1994 57 43 14
1993 21 21 0
1992 29 24 5
1991 22 16 6
1990 20 20 0
1989 18 18 0
1988 17 12 5
1987 13 7 6
1986 14 9 5
1985 17 17 0
1984 6 6 0
1983 5 5 0
1981 7 7 0
1980 5 5 0
1979 5 5 0
1976 6 6 0

Top States for Divine (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 21
21%
CA 20
20%
NY 12
12%
VA 10
10%
GA 8
8%
FL 7
7%
NC 7
7%
AZ 6
6%
OH 6
6%
IL 5
5%