Lina
Meaning of Lina
The name Lina is a charming and timeless choice for a baby girl. Pronounced as LEE-nuh, this name has roots in various cultures and languages, including German and English. Lina is often considered a diminutive of names like Angelina, Carolina, or Evelina, but it stands strong on its own with a simple yet elegant appeal. The name has been steadily used in the United States for over a century, reflecting its enduring popularity. With associations to grace and light, Lina carries an aura of sophistication and warmth. Variations of the name include Lena, which shares similar phonetic qualities and cultural resonance. Whether you're drawn to its historical significance or its melodic sound, Lina is a beautiful choice that will stand the test of time.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as LEE-nuh (/ˈliːna/)
American English
- Pronunced as LEE-nuh (/ˈlinə/)
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Notable People Named Lina
| Lina Khan - Lina M. Khan is a British-born American legal scholar and the chairwoman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) since 2021, as well as an associate professor of law at Columbia Law School. |
| Lina Maria Hidalgo is the first woman and Latina to be elected as the county judge of Harris County, Texas, where she serves as the chief executive and emergency manager with oversight of a budget exceeding $4 billion. |
| Lina Kostenko is a prominent Ukrainian poet, journalist, writer, publisher, and former Soviet dissident known for her significant contributions to Ukrainian-language lyric poetry. |
| Lina Prokofiev - Lina Ivanovna Prokofieva, also known as Lina Llubera, was a Spanish singer and the first wife of Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev. |
| Lina Waterfield - Caroline Lucie 'Lina' Waterfield OBE was an English author, Italian correspondent, and founder of the library that became the British Institute of Florence. |
| Lina Cavalieri - Natalina "Lina" Cavalieri was a renowned Italian operatic dramatic soprano, actress, and monologist. |
| Lina Joy is a Malay woman known for her high-profile legal battle in Malaysia after converting from Islam to Christianity. |
| Lina M. Obeid was an American physician and cancer researcher. |
| Lina Maria Englund is a Swedish actress and musician. |
| Lina Larissa Strahl is a German singer-songwriter and actress, recognized for her roles in the Bibi & Tina film series and The Lodge. |
| Lina Santiago is an American singer and musician, best known for her 1996 single "Feels So Good," which peaked at #35 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #6 on the US dance chart. |
| Lina Khalifeh is a Jordanian black belt taekwondo champion who transitioned to a new career after winning medals for the Jordanian team. |
| Lina Maria Hedlund is a Swedish singer known for her work with the pop group Alcazar and her solo career. |
| Lina von Perbandt was a renowned German landscape painter associated with the Düsseldorf school of painting. |
| Lina Zahr Eddine is a Lebanese news presenter and talk show host. |
