Dina

Dina is an English surname of Jewish origin. The name is also common in other regions such as the Middle East and South Asia.

The surname Dina likely has Hebrew and Arabic roots, with Hebrew origins suggesting it means "judgment" or "vindicated," while in Arabic, it may mean "religion" or "belief."

The name Dina has been adopted by various families over time and can also be found as a given name used in different cultures.

Like many surnames, the history of the Dina surname is varied and complex, with different family branches tracing their roots to different regions and historical periods. Those bearing the Dina surname today may have a rich and diverse ancestry.

The spread of the Dina surname may have been influenced by migration patterns, trade, and cultural exchanges over centuries, resulting in the name being found in various parts of the world.

In contemporary times, individuals with the Dina surname can be found across the globe, with the name representing a connection to a shared history and heritage for those who bear it.

There are approximately 158 people named Dina in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dina.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adebowale
  • Adeyemi
  • Daniel
  • John
  • Manouchehr
  • Mervyn
  • Olalekan
  • Olufemi
  • Samuel
  • Simon
  • Vincent

Female

  • Adeola
  • Comfort
  • Esther
  • Francesca
  • Hasina
  • Kavita
  • Marketa
  • Sarah
  • Shola
  • Violet

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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