Lina

Meaning of Lina

Lina is often a short form of names ending in '-lina'. It can mean 'tender'.

Lina has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lina

Lina has held fairly steady, sitting around #572 in 2025 after peaking at #567 in 2024.

Notable people named Lina

• Lina Wertmüller
  Italian film director, screenwriter
• Lina Medina
  Youngest mother in history
• Lina Esco
  American actress, activist
• Lina Leandersson
  Swedish actress
• Lina Krasnoroutskaya
  Russian tennis player

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Questions about the name Lina

What does the name Lina mean?

Lina means lina is often a short form of names ending in '-lina'. it can mean 'tender', and it comes from German origins.

Is Lina a boy's or a girl's name?

Lina is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lina?

In 2025, Lina ranked #572 for girls, down from #567 the year before.

When was Lina most popular?

Lina peaked at #567 in 2024.