Lina Girl
Origin(s)
Arabic; Latin; German; Scandinavian
Meaning
Arabic: tender; Latin: light; German: soft; Scandinavian: delicate
Historical & Cultural Background
Lina is a name with multiple origins, often associated with different meanings across cultures. In Arabic-speaking countries, it signifies tenderness and softness. In Latin, it is derived from 'linum,' meaning light, while in German and Scandinavian contexts, it conveys delicacy. The name has been popular in various forms throughout history.
Trend Summary
Lina has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lina
- Linae
- Linnie
International Variants
- Lina (Spanish)
- Lina (Italian)
- Lina (Swedish)
- Lina (Arabic)
Famous people named Lina
Lina Bo Bardi was a Brazilian modernist architect known for her innovative designs.
Lina Wertmüller was an Italian film director and screenwriter, recognized for her influential works in cinema.
Lina Inverse is a fictional character from the anime series 'Slayers,' known for her powerful magic.
Lina Khil is a prominent figure in the field of mathematics, particularly in algebraic geometry.
Fictional characters named Lina
Lina Inverse from 'Slayers' is a powerful sorceress and the main protagonist of the series.
Lina from 'The Princess and the Pea' is a character in various adaptations of the classic fairy tale.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lina was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lina has ranked as high as #853 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Lina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lina (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 75 | |
TX | 65 | |
NY | 55 | |
FL | 36 | |
NJ | 26 | |
MA | 22 | |
IL | 21 | |
VA | 19 | |
PA | 18 | |
WA | 14 | |
OH | 14 | |
GA | 13 | |
CT | 12 | |
AZ | 10 | |
NC | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 49 |
1881 | 39 |
1882 | 41 |
1883 | 38 |
1884 | 44 |
1885 | 43 |
1886 | 43 |
1887 | 50 |
1888 | 45 |
1889 | 52 |
1890 | 63 |
1891 | 50 |
1892 | 60 |
1893 | 51 |
1894 | 57 |
1895 | 61 |
1896 | 66 |
1897 | 53 |
1898 | 44 |
1899 | 52 |
1900 | 65 |
1901 | 55 |
1902 | 39 |
1903 | 46 |
1904 | 43 |
1905 | 44 |
1906 | 50 |
1907 | 80 |
1908 | 48 |
1909 | 57 |
1910 | 68 |
1911 | 61 |
1912 | 66 |
1913 | 76 |
1914 | 91 |
1915 | 99 |
1916 | 101 |
1917 | 115 |
1918 | 104 |
1919 | 102 |
1920 | 111 |
1921 | 122 |
1922 | 109 |
1923 | 98 |
1924 | 115 |
1925 | 104 |
1926 | 90 |
1927 | 89 |
1928 | 75 |
1929 | 101 |
1930 | 91 |
1931 | 74 |
1932 | 70 |
1933 | 73 |
1934 | 71 |
1935 | 70 |
1936 | 48 |
1937 | 77 |
1938 | 69 |
1939 | 64 |
1940 | 62 |
1941 | 62 |
1942 | 53 |
1943 | 67 |
1944 | 54 |
1945 | 53 |
1946 | 57 |
1947 | 73 |
1948 | 100 |
1949 | 74 |
1950 | 65 |
1951 | 70 |
1952 | 59 |
1953 | 70 |
1954 | 52 |
1955 | 88 |
1956 | 79 |
1957 | 82 |
1958 | 88 |
1959 | 93 |
1960 | 78 |
1961 | 81 |
1962 | 63 |
1963 | 113 |
1964 | 83 |
1965 | 99 |
1966 | 93 |
1967 | 113 |
1968 | 87 |
1969 | 99 |
1970 | 97 |
1971 | 91 |
1972 | 94 |
1973 | 96 |
1974 | 103 |
1975 | 108 |
1976 | 119 |
1977 | 117 |
1978 | 102 |
1979 | 122 |
1980 | 153 |
1981 | 133 |
1982 | 131 |
1983 | 129 |
1984 | 125 |
1985 | 123 |
1986 | 141 |
1987 | 152 |
1988 | 137 |
1989 | 149 |
1990 | 153 |
1991 | 171 |
1992 | 187 |
1993 | 161 |
1994 | 162 |
1995 | 163 |
1996 | 177 |
1997 | 190 |
1998 | 161 |
1999 | 198 |
2000 | 180 |
2001 | 215 |
2002 | 224 |
2003 | 251 |
2004 | 274 |
2005 | 250 |
2006 | 264 |
2007 | 279 |
2008 | 299 |
2009 | 280 |
2010 | 315 |
2011 | 309 |
2012 | 355 |
2013 | 305 |
2014 | 364 |
2015 | 329 |
2016 | 335 |
2017 | 374 |
2018 | 360 |
2019 | 392 |
2020 | 413 |
2021 | 441 |
2022 | 514 |
2023 | 513 |
2024 | 530 |