Darina
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- Name
- Darina
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Darina is an Italian and Slavic diminutive of Daria, a feminine variant of the name Darius. This, in turn, derives from the Old Persian Darayauš (𐎭𐎠𐎼𐎹𐎢𐏁), which is a short form of Darayavaush or.
What does the name Darina mean?
Darina is an Italian and Slavic diminutive of Daria, a feminine variant of the name Darius. This, in turn, derives from the Old Persian Darayauš (𐎭𐎠𐎼𐎹𐎢𐏁), which is a short form of Darayavaush or Darayavauš (𐎭𐎠𐎼𐎹𐎺𐎢𐏁). The girl's name means 'the owner of goodness' and also 'to hold onto goodness.' Sometimes the name is interpreted as 'the powerful one' and 'the conqueror.' Its origin lies in Old Persian, derived from the two elements dāraya for 'to possess,' 'to maintain,' 'to hold,' or 'to keep' and vahu for 'good.' Darina may also relate to the Persian word daryâ (دریا) for 'the sea' and 'the ocean.' Accordingly, it would carry the meaning 'the sea' or more freely 'the blue ocean.' The name Darina (Дарина) could also be an extended diminutive form of the Slavic element dar, which stands for 'gift.' This would give rise to the meaning 'the gifted one' or in a religious sense 'the God-given one.' Furthermore, the name is seen as an anglicized variant of the Irish name Dairine (Dáirine) meaning 'the fertile one.' The name became known through the Catholic saint Daria, who, along with her husband Chrysanthus, suffered martyrdom under the Roman Emperor Numerian. Other variants include Darja, Darya, Derya (Kurdish/Turkish), Darija, Dariana, Darjana, Daryana, Darine, Darinka, Darinca, Odarka, and Tarja. The name has been given in Germany since the 1970s.
Where does the name Darina come from?
Etymology Darina is a female first name of Old Slavic and Old Persian origin with the meaning 'the owner of goodness.' Old Irish Old Persian Old Slavic
How do you pronounce Darina?
Sound & pronunciation of Darina: The name Darina is three syllables and flows softly. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Da-ri-na' [daˈʁiːna], starting with an open A sound that conveys warmth. The stressed middle syllable with a long I brings brightness to the sound. The open ending 'a' ensures a harmonious conclusion. This makes Darina sound feminine and modern - melodic, clear, and present.
When is the name day of Darina?
The name day for Darina is April 1 and October 25.
Popularity
Darina is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 776th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2017 at 635th. Over the last ten years, Darina has been given as a first name about 590 times, placing it 753rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 811th.
Nicknames & pet names
Arina / Dada / Dadi / Dara / Dareinchen / Dari / Darinchen / Darinka / Darischka / Dasha / Dina / Nina / Rina / Rini
Similar first names
Daryna
Famous people
- Darina Borz (singer)
- Darina Mifkova (Czech volleyball player)
- Darina Nikolaewa Jotowa (Bulgarian singer)
- Darina Takova (Bulgarian opera singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Darina
What is the origin of the name Darina?
Darina has an Old Slavic and Old Persian origin. The name means 'the owner of goodness' and derives from the Old Persian elements dāraya (to possess, to hold) and vahu (good).
What does the name Darina mean?
Darina is often interpreted as 'the owner of goodness.' Additionally, it can also be understood as 'the powerful one,' 'the conqueror,' or in a figurative sense as 'the God-given one.'
How popular is the name Darina?
The name Darina has been given in Germany since the 1970s. Its popularity fluctuates, and while it is appreciated in some regions, it is overall less common than other classic first names.