Polina
Meaning of Polina
Polina is a charming and sophisticated name of Slavic origin, predominantly used in Russia but also found in various European countries. It is pronounced as poh-LEE-nah (/poˈliːna/) in Italian and poh-LEE-nuh (/pɐˈlʲinə/) in Russian. The name Polina is a diminutive form of the name Apollinaria, which is derived from the Greek sun god Apollo, symbolizing light and purity. A close variation of this name is Paulina, which shares similar roots and elegance.
In the United States, Polina has seen modest usage over the years. According to data on newborns, its popularity peaked slightly in 2017 with 74 occurrences, ranking it at 2431 for that year. Despite its relatively low ranking overall, Polina continues to be a unique choice for parents seeking a name that blends cultural richness with a touch of classic charm. Its melodic pronunciation and historical depth make it an appealing option for those looking to bestow their child with a name that carries both beauty and significance.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as poh-LEE-nah (/poˈliːna/)
Russian
- Pronunced as poh-LEE-nuh (/pɐˈlʲinə/)
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Notable People Named Polina
| Polina Sergeyevna Gagarina is a Russian singer and songwriter who represented Russia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 and finished second with "A Million Voices." |
| Polina Dashkova - Polina Dashkóva is a Ukrainian singer known for her participation in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2016 and other music festivals. |
| Polina Igorevna Tsurskaya is a Russian former competitive figure skater and figure skating coach, known for winning the bronze medal at the 2017 NHK Trophy. |
| Polina Leopoldovna Bayvel is a prominent British engineer and academic known for her significant contributions to high-bandwidth multiwavelength optical networking. |
| Polina, also known as Polina Gudieva or Contessa, is a Russian-born singer and songwriter who gained recognition for her collaboration on the single "Book of Love" with Felix Jaehn. |
| Polina Alexandrovna Semionova is a Russian ballet dancer and model known for her work with the American Ballet Theatre and the Berlin State Ballet. |
| Polina Sergeyevna Bogusevich is a Russian singer who won the Junior Eurovision Song Contest in 2017 with the song "Wings," making her the second Russian entrant to win the competition. |
| Polina Zilberman is a talented Moldovan and German chess Women International Master, known for winning the Moldovan Women's Chess Championship twice and the German Women's Chess Championship in 2009. |
| Polina Evgenyevna Luchnikova is a Russian ice hockey forward and member of the Russian national ice hockey team, currently playing in the Zhenskaya Hockey League (ZhHL) with Agidel Ufa. |
| Polina Pavlovna Bolgareva is a Russian ice hockey forward and member of the Russian national ice hockey team, currently playing in the Zhenskaya Hockey League (ZhHL) with Dinamo-Neva Saint Petersburg. |
| Polina Dashkova is a successful Russian crime novelist. |
| Polina Trifonova, a Bulgarian-Ukrainian table tennis player, competed in the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo and is currently ranked 33rd. |
| Polina Pavlovna Kutepova is a Soviet and Russian actress known for her work in film and theater. |
| Polina Sergeyevna Frolova, née Malchikova, is a Russian ski-orienteering competitor who received a four-year suspension for doping. |
| Polina Miller is a Russian gymnast who achieved 3rd place in the 2006 European Women's Championships and the 2006 World Gymnastics Championships as part of her team. |
