Girl
Dinah
judged, vindicated
About Dinah
This timeless name carries an understated elegance that feels both vintage and surprisingly modern. Dinah has a musical quality to it, rolling off the tongue with a gentle rhythm that's neither too common nor too obscure. It's the kind of name that works beautifully from childhood through adulthood, adapting seamlessly to every stage of life. Parents who choose Dinah often appreciate names with historical depth that don't feel heavy or overly traditional. The name has a warm, approachable character while maintaining a certain dignity. It's short enough to be memorable but distinctive enough to stand out in a classroom. Dinah pairs well with both classic and contemporary middle names, offering flexibility in creating a full name combination. The nickname options are minimal, which appeals to parents who want their chosen name to remain intact. Overall, Dinah represents a sophisticated choice that honors the past while feeling fresh for today's generation.
Popularity of the Name Dinah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #769 | |
| 1882 | #693 | |
| 1883 | #659 | |
| 1884 | #749 | |
| 1885 | #636 | |
| 1886 | #917 | |
| 1888 | #759 | |
| 1889 | #664 | |
| 1890 | #956 | |
| 1894 | #961 | |
| 1895 | #946 | |
| 1896 | #912 | |
| 1897 | #905 | |
| 1900 | #747 | |
| 1904 | #969 | |
| 1905 | #976 | |
| 1941 | #877 | |
| 1942 | #633 | |
| 1943 | #568 | |
| 1944 | #530 | |
| 1945 | #575 | |
| 1946 | #583 | |
| 1947 | #580 | |
| 1948 | #606 | |
| 1949 | #570 | |
| 1950 | #516 | |
| 1951 | #547 | |
| 1952 | #530 | |
| 1953 | #540 | |
| 1954 | #539 | |
| 1955 | #487 | |
| 1956 | #512 | |
| 1957 | #530 | |
| 1958 | #529 | |
| 1959 | #566 | |
| 1960 | #574 | |
| 1961 | #671 | |
| 1962 | #716 | |
| 1963 | #778 | |
| 1964 | #788 | |
| 1965 | #833 | |
| 1966 | #910 | |
| 1972 | #488 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Dinah
Names Similar to Dinah
Nicknames for Dinah
- Di
- Deedee
- Dina
- Nana
Famous People Named Dinah
| Dinah Washington | American jazz and blues singer |
| Dinah Shore | American singer, actress, and television personality |
| Dinah Manoff | American actress and director |
| Dinah Jefferies | British author |
| Dinah Jane Hansen | American singer and former member of Fifth Harmony |
| Dinah Mite | Australian actress and comedian |
| Dinah Mattingly | Wife of basketball legend Larry Bird |
| Dinah Stabb | English actress |
| Dinah Drake | Another character known as Black Canary in DC Comics |
| Dinah Holt | American painter |
| Dinah Spritzer | American journalist and author |
| Dinah Sheridan | English actress and writer |
| Dinah Lee | English actress |
| Dinah Lacey | Australian athlete |
| Dinah Kasdorf | American actress |
| Dinah Shearing | British author |
Characters Named Dinah
| Dinah Madani | A character in Marvel Comics |
| Dinah Laurel Lance | Also known as Black Canary in DC Comics |
| Dinah Tyler | A character in the TV show "Roswell" |
| Dinah Brand | A character in the novel "Ask the Dust" by John Fante |
| Dinah the Dachshund | A character in Disney's "The Aristocats" |
| Dinah Marler | A character in the soap opera "Guiding Light" |
| Dinah Mite | A character in the Australian TV show "Dinah!" |
| Dinah Bellman | A character in the Stephen King novel "The Stand" |
| Dinah Stevens | A character in the film "The Man from Elysian Fields" |
| Dinah Lord | A character in the film "The Philadelphia Story" |
| Dinah Redmond | A character in the TV show "Mad Men" |
| Dinah Sheldon | A character in the film "Pillow Talk" |
| Dinah Hunter | A character in the TV show "Brothers & Sisters" |
| Dinah Scully | A character in the TV show "The X-Files" |
| Dinah Felton | A character in the film "Ray" |
| Dinah Sterling | A character in the TV show "The Bold and the Beautiful" |