Dinah

At a Glance: Name: Dinah – Meaning: judged or vindicated – Origin: Hebrew (Biblical) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: DY-nah

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Dinah is a Hebrew name from the Bible, pronounced DY-nah, meaning judged or vindicated. It carries a vintage, timeless, classic feel — the kind of name with old roots that still reads as classic rather than trendy. If you're researching names with a Biblical background and a gentle, old-fashioned sound, Dinah is worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Dinah

Meaning: Judged or vindicated.

Origin: Hebrew (Biblical).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Dinah

Phonetic: DY-nah   IPA: /ˈdaɪnə/

Popularity of Dinah

Dinah reached its peak popularity in 1955, when 346 baby girls were given the name and it ranked #488 nationally. By 2024 it had fallen far from that high point, given to just 38 babies and ranking #3895.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Dinah mean?

Judged or vindicated. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Dinah)

How do you pronounce Dinah?

Dinah is pronounced DY-nah (IPA: /ˈdaɪnə/).

Is Dinah a popular name right now?

Dinah peaked at #488 in 1955 and is ranked #3895 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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