Darina

Meaning of Darina

Darina, a melodic female given name with ancient Persian roots, marries the noble meaning of “wealth” and “upholder” from Old Persian Dariush with a subtle Slavic nuance evoking “gift.” Pronounced duh-REE-nuh (/dəˈriːnə/), it carries a poised clarity suitable for both casual conversation and formal introduction. In the United States, Darina has lingered within the lower reaches of the top 1,000 since its first recorded charting in 1950 (rank 674), reaching its modest peak around 905 in 2013 and resting at 941 in both 2023 and 2024—proof of its steady, if unflashy, endurance. Behind this unassuming presence lies a whisper of antiquity, conjuring images of Persian rose gardens and imperial courts, even as it feels thoroughly at home in a modern nursery. With dryly unpretentious charm, Darina resists passing trends to offer parents a name both grounded in history and primed for contemporary life.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as duh-REE-nuh (/dəˈriːnə/)

Russian

• Pronunced as duh-REE-nuh (/dʌˈrinə/)

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