Dina
Dina is a Muslim girl name of Hebrew, widely used in Arabic origin, meaning “Judged, vindicated”.
| Meaning | Judged, vindicated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, widely used in Arabic |
| Written as | دينا |
| Pronunciation | DEE-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Dina
Dina is the Hebrew name Dinah, whose meaning is usually given as 'vindicated' or 'judged'; in the Bible she is one of Jacob's daughters. The name has been popular for a long time in Egypt, the Levant and Iran, and many people there connect it with the Arabic dīn, religion, although that is not where it comes from. The Quran does not mention it.
Is Dina a Muslim name?
Many Muslim families use Dina, especially in Egypt and the Levant, though it comes from Hebrew rather than Arabic. Parents who want something unmistakably Arabic that sounds close to it sometimes choose Dima, Diya or Duha.
How popular is Dina?
It is common in Egypt, Jordan, Palestine and Lebanon, and is also used in Iran and abroad.
Gifts with the name Dina
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Spellings and variants of Dina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dina mean?
Dina means 'Judged, vindicated'. It is of Hebrew, widely used in Arabic origin.
Is Dina a Muslim name?
Many Muslim families use Dina, especially in Egypt and the Levant, though it comes from Hebrew rather than Arabic. Parents who want something unmistakably Arabic that sounds close to it sometimes choose Dima, Diya or Duha.
How do you pronounce Dina?
Dina is pronounced DEE-nah.
Is Dina a boy or girl name?
Dina is usually a girl name.