Zina
Zina is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Of Zeus, life, or guest; historically short form of Zenobia or Zenaida.
Origin and history
Zina is a female given name with roots in Greek, where it is often associated with the name Zenobia or connected to Zeus. It is also used as a diminutive or variant of names like Rosina or Zenaida in Russian and African naming traditions. In the United States, it has been steadily used as a rare and distinct choices throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
Popularity in the United States
5,063 babies in the United States have been named Zina since 1880. It ranks #2444 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1944.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.9 %)
- NY (13.4 %)
- TX (8.2 %)
- LA (5.9 %)
- PA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 14 |
| 1890-1900 | 74 |
| 1900-1910 | 70 |
| 1910-1920 | 125 |
| 1920-1930 | 167 |
| 1930-1940 | 135 |
| 1940-1950 | 126 |
| 1950-1960 | 362 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,447 |
| 1970-1980 | 338 |
| 1980-1990 | 250 |
| 1990-2000 | 261 |
| 2000-2010 | 211 |
| 2010-2019 | 326 |
| 2020-2029 | 157 |
Famous people named Zina
- Zina Garrison: Tennis Player, Olympic Medalist
- Zina Bethune: Actress, Dancer
Fun facts
- Zina appears independently across Russian, Slavic, Greek, and West African cultures with varied etymological roots.
- Over 5,000 girls in the U.S. have been named Zina since 1880, maintaining a low-profile yet persistent presence.