Zina
z(i)-na
US Popularity:6812
Origin:Russian
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Hospitable; To shine
Zina is a girl’s name with Russian origins and a hint of Greek lineage, too. The name Zina is often shorthand for the more popular name Zinaida, which is commonly found throughout Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine. Zina means “hospitable” and “to shine” and is related to the Greek god Zeus. For those looking to honor their Eastern European roots or their love for Greek mythology, Zina is a unique name that does just that.
Famous People Named Zina
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- Zina GarrisonTennis Player
Zina Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Zina is currently #2395 on The Bump
Girl:Zina is currently #1054 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Zina is currently #6812 in U.S. births
Girl:Zina is currently #2711 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#6812
in 2022
+ 2853
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 320
Behind the Name, Zina, December 2017
Name Doctor, Zeus
Theoi, Zeus
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