Dinah
Dinah first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1955, when 346 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Dinah popular?
Vintage Dinah is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1955.
| 2020s | 251 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 502 | |
| 2000s | 619 | |
| 1990s | 509 | |
| 1980s | 628 | |
| 1970s | 836 | |
| 1960s | 1,626 | |
| 1950s | 2,903 | |
| 1940s | 1,592 | |
| 1930s | 289 | |
| 1920s | 244 | |
| 1910s | 227 | |
| 1900s | 113 | |
| 1890s | 87 | |
| 1880s | 83 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Dinah mean?
From Hebrew Dinah, 'judged' or 'vindicated,' a feminine formation on din, 'judgment, to judge' (root d-y-n). The daughter of Jacob and Leah (Genesis 30:21; 34).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dinah mean?
Dinah means judged, vindicated. From Hebrew Dinah, 'judged' or 'vindicated,' a feminine formation on din, 'judgment, to judge' (root d-y-n). The daughter of Jacob and Leah (Genesis 30:21; 34).
What is the origin of the name Dinah?
Dinah is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Dinah?
Dinah is pronounced “DY-nah.”
Is Dinah a boy or a girl name?
Dinah is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Dinah a popular name right now?
Dinah is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1955.
How popular is the name Dinah?
In 2025, Dinah ranked #4198 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Dinah most popular?
Dinah was most popular in 1955, when about 346 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Dinah?
Names similar to Dinah include Liora, Malka, Hana, Seraphina, Yael.
What names go well with Dinah?
hebrew names that pair well with Dinah include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.