Linah

Linah is an Arabic first name for girls, whose meaning refers to 'the Gentle' or 'the Date Palm'.

What does the name Linah mean?

Linah is an Arabic girl's name that translates to 'the Gentle' or 'the Date Palm'. It has its roots in the Arabic term linah (لَيّنَة), which means 'tender', 'soft', or 'sensitive'. Additionally, Linah is often regarded as a variant of the name Lina. From another perspective, Linah can also be seen as an Irish form of the name Aileen, which means 'light' or 'the Radiant'.

Where does the name Linah come from?

Linah is a feminine first name of Arabic origin, meaning 'the Gentle'. The Arabic term linah (لَيّنَة) encompasses meanings of tender, soft, sensitive, or date palm. The name is prevalent in both Arabic and Swedish languages.

How do you pronounce Linah?

The name Linah has a pleasant, two-syllable structure. It is pronounced as 'Li-nah' [ˈliːna]. The long 'I' sound at the beginning gives the name a certain brightness and lightness. The open 'A' in the second syllable brings warmth. The gentle ending of the name provides a calm and harmonious presence, making Linah appear feminine – clear, soft, and melodically balanced.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Linah enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 3,210th on the list of the most common names for girls. Its best placement was in 2020, when it reached 1,593rd place. Over the past ten years, Linah has been chosen as a first name around 80 times, earning it the 2,806th rank for the decade. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,804th.

Nicknames & pet names

Linchen / Lini

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