Origin, Meaning, And History Of Lina
Lina is a female given name with numerous possible meanings and origins. Lina is taken from the Arabic word ‘Lina,’ which means ‘tender’ or ‘tenderness.’ It is also used to refer to a small, young palm tree. Lina is also a derivation of the Sanskrit word ‘leen,’ which means ‘absorbed’ or ‘engrossed.’ In these cases, the name may have originated as a nickname, referring to someone with the said qualities.
Lina means ‘sunlight’ in Greek and refers to the olive crown heroes wear. It means ‘light’ or ‘a ray of sunlight’ in Persian. It means ‘cascade falls’ in Kurdish. Lina could also be a combination of Chinese words. ‘Li’ means ‘pretty,’ and ‘Na’ means ‘elegant’ in Chinese.
The name could also be a feminine variation of the Greek masculine name ‘Linos,’ which refers to ‘flax.’ It could also be a variation of Lena, which is, in turn, a shorter form of Helena, coming from the Greek word ‘Helene,’ meaning ‘torch.’
The name is also a diminutive version of several names that end in ‘-lina,’ such as Catalina, Angelina, Nikolina, Carmelina, Rosalina, Carolina, Emelina, Marcelina, Žaklina, and Italina. The common variations of the name Lina based on different cultures and languages include Cari, Carrie, Carry, Karrie, Ina, Aline, Line, Lyna, and Lena. Popular nicknames are Ina, Lani, Lila, Lilli, Lia, Lee, and Liny.
There are various notable fictional characters with the name Lina. Lina Braake is the protagonist of the German drama film Lina Braake. Lina Mayfleet is the main character in the Books of Ember. Lina Vilkas is the protagonist of the novel Between Shades of Gray. Lina Lamont is the character in the movie Singin’ in the Rain. Lina is a character from the TV short series Jay Jay’s Mysteries. Lena is a character from the animated TV show series DuckTales (2017).
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How To Pronounce Lina?
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Listen to the sound of the name Lina in Arabic.
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Famous People With The Name Lina
- Lina Andersson Swedish cross-country skier, a gold medalist at the 2006 Winter Olympics
- Lina Alexeyevna Fedorova Russian pair skater, a two-time World Junior bronze medalist
- Lina Marín Mexican actress well- known for her performance in A Man Called Horse
- Lina Anatolyevna Cheryazova Uzbek freestyle skier, a gold medalist at the 1994 Winter Olympics
- Lina Kačiušytė Lithuanian swimmer, a gold medalist in the 1980 Summer Olympics
Lina On The Popularity Chart
Check the popularity and ranking of the name from the graphical representations given below.
Popularity Over Time
Since the early 2000s, its popularity has steadily grown. This name was given to 439 babies per million in 2021.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
Since the early 2000s, the ranking has steadily improved, and it now ranks among the top 1000 names.
Source: Social Security AdministrationLina On MomJunction Popularity Chart
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Names With Similar Sound As Lina
These names that sound similar to Lina might appeal to you if you like the way Lina sounds.
Popular Sibling Names For Lina
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Boy Sibling Names For Lina
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Names With Similar Meaning As Lina
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Anagram Names Of Lina
William Shakespeare is known for his ‘onomastic wit,’ with anagrams being one of them (remember the play Twelfth Night?). Anagram is the rearrangement of the same letters to form different words. Anagramming names has been in vogue for centuries now, and why not when it can create some cute names? Anagram baby names stand out with their unique sound and spellings. You may try an anagram of your name or your partner’s; even better if you combine both names and then try an anagram for the baby. It all stays in the family this way. You may also try anagram names for siblings, especially twins. Here are some anagrams of Lina.
Alin Anil Lani Lian Nail Nial Nila Li Na Popular Songs On The Name Lina
Acrostic Poem On Lina
Dive into the lyrical charm of the name Lina with this acrostic poem. Witness how each letter paints together a story, capturing the name’s individuality, strength, vitality, and sophistication. Inspiring, is it? Why not try a similar poem that describes what you think of your baby’s personality?
Lifting the dark clouds in our life, our little sunshine.
Imagination beyond compare, an inspiration for everyone you care.
Nurturing resilience and navigating challenges, never succumbing.
Artistic and altruistic and you are so futuristic.
Lina’s Zodiac Sign And Birth Star As Per Vedic Astrology
Vedic astrology, also called Jyotisha, provides deep insights into a person’s life based on celestial positions at birth. Rashi and nakshatra, which are an integral part of Jyotisha, are believed to influence an individual’s personality and life events. The following sections give you rashi-related information, such as the associated letters, elements, ruling body, quality, and nakshatra for the name lina. These details help analyze a person’s characteristics, personality, and behavior.
Zodiac Sign (Rashi)
As shown in the following table, each rashi is associated with specific sounds, which are often used as the starting letters of names for newborns in Hindu families. Each rashi is represented by a figure and one of the five elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether (Space). One ruling celestial body, known as its 'rashi lord' or 'ruler' is assigned to these rashis. These bodies include Venus, Mars, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn. Furthermore, the rashis are assigned various qualities or gunas.
| Rashi (zodiac sign) | Mesha (Aries) |
|---|---|
| Starting letters for Mesha (Aries) rashi | A, L, E, I, O |
| Representation | Ram |
| Element | Fire |
| Ruling body | Mars |
| Quality | Movable (chara) |
Birth Star (Nakshatra)
Another important aspect of Vedic Astrology is the nakshatras, the lunar constellations or star clusters that the Moon occupies during a person's birth. There are 27 nakshatras, each with its own unique qualities, attributes, and symbolism. Each rashi contains two-and-one-fourth nakshatras in it. For example, Aries contains Ashwini, Bharani, and Krithika nakshatras.
The below table provides information on the nakshatras’ degrees on the zodiac circle, their lords and related syllables, for babies born in the Mesha (Aries) rashi. These syllables/phonetics are popularly used to choose the baby name. For precise nakshatra calculation based on your baby's birthplace and date, use our Nakshatra Calculator.
| Nakshatra | Degrees Of The Nakshatra | Nakshatra Lord (Ruler) | Name Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashwini (Awasthi, Aswini) | Aries (0 to 13.20 degrees) | Ketu | Chu, Che, Cho, Choo, La, Laa |
| Bharani | Aries (13. 20 to 26.40 degrees) | Venus | Lee, Lu, Le, Lo, Li |
| Krittika (Karthikai, Krithika) | Aries (26.40 to 30.00 degrees) | Sun | Aa, Ae, E, Ee, Ai, A, I, Oo, U |
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Lina In Different Languages
It’s exciting to see our baby’s name spelled and written in various languages. See how people spell Lina in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and more! Each language has its own way of saying Lina, but it’s still the same special name. Learn how the name looks and sounds in different languages around the world!
| Name | Language | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Lina | English | en |
| 丽娜 | Chinese | zh-CN |
| लीना | Hindi | hi |
| Lina | Spanish | es |
| Lina | French | fr |
| لينا | Arabic | ar |
| লিনা | Bengali | bn |
| Lina | Portuguese | pt |
| Лина | Russian | ru |
| لینا | Urdu | ur |
| Lina | Indonesian | id |
| Lina | German | de |
| リナ | Japanese | ja |
| लीना | Marathi | mr |
| లీనా | Telugu | te |
| Lina | Turkish | tr |
| லினா | Tamil | ta |
| Lina | Vietnamese | vi |
| Lina | Tagalog | tl |
| 리나 | Korean | ko |
| Lina | Hausa | ha |
| Lina | Swahili | sw |
| Lina | Javanese | jv |
| Lina | Italian | it |
| ਲੀਨਾ | Punjabi | pa |
| લીના | Gujarati | gu |
| ลีน่า | Thai | th |
| ಲೀನಾ | Kannada | kn |
| ሊና | Amharic | am |
| लीना | Bhojpuri | bho |
| Lina | Yoruba | yo |
How To Communicate The Name Lina In Sign Languages
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Name Numerology For Lina
Numerology is an occult system that gives significance to numbers and their influence on human life and destiny. Numerologists attribute specific qualities, energies, and characteristics to a number. Parents who believe in numerology prefer to choose baby names that resonate positively with the child’s unique numerical vibrations, often derived from their date of birth. Here we give a general birth number and personality traits of the name Lina, based on the Pythagorean (Western) system. This analysis will differ from child to child based on their date of birth. You may use our numerology calculator for more personalized information.
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Movie Titles Inspired By The Name Lina
Discover the presence of Lina in an array of films. Know about the various movies that have this name.
| Movie title | Other titles | Release year |
|---|---|---|
| Lina from Lima | Lima'dan Lina, Lina de Lima, Лина из Лимы | 2019 |
| Lina | 2017 | |
| Precise Poetry/Lina Bo Bardi's Architecture | 2014 | |
| Dear Lina | 2009 | |
| Lina Braake | A nyolcadik X, Lina Braake fait sauter la banque, Lina Braake oder Die Interessen der Bank können nicht die Interessen sein, die Lina Braake hat, Lina Brakė, Лина Брааке, Лина Браке, Ліна Брааке, Ліна Браке, リナ・ブラーケ | 1975 |
| Beautiful But Dangerous | A Mais Bela do Mundo, A Mais Bela Mulher do Mundo, A világ legszebb asszonya, De mooiste Vrouw van de Wereld, De schoonste van allen, Die schönste Frau der Welt, Dünyanın en güzel kadını, I oraia ton oraion, Ihana mutta vaarallinen, La belle des belles, La donna più bella del mondo, La donna più bella del mondo (Lina Cavalieri), La mujer más bella del mundo, La mujer más guapa del mundo, La mujer más hermosas del mundo, Lina Cavalieri - A Mulher Mais Linda do Mundo, Maailman kaunein nainen, Najpiękniejsza kobieta świata, The Most Beautiful Woman in the World, The World's Most Beautiful Woman, Världens vackraste kvinna, Verdens smukkeste kvinde, 美女の中の美女 | 1955 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Lina?
The name Lina means ‘tender,’ and ‘sunlight.’
2. What is the origin of the name Lina?
Lina has a Greek, Persian and Chinese origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Lina?
Lina is pronounced as li-na.
4. What middle names pair well with ‘Lina’?
The beautiful anime Lina means ‘sunlight’ or ‘light,’ hence the name has associations with nature. So if you are looking for middle name options then names with similar meanings would be a good choice. Some options include Aurora (Dawn), Poppy (Red flower), Olivia (Olive tree), Wren (Small bird), and Hazel (The hazelnut tree) are some lovely middle name options worth considering.
5. Can ‘Lina’ be used as a standalone name, or is it often a nickname for names like ‘Carolina’ or ‘Angelina’?
Yes, Lina can very well be used as a standalone name and it can also be used as a nickname. The name Lina is a versatile name and hence is often chosen by parents who are looking for a name that is small, has good meaning and sounds appealing.
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