Divina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Divina has Latin origins, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'. It evolved from the Latin 'divinus' and has been adopted in various languages, retaining its divine connotation. The name is not biblically referenced but has been popular in cultures with strong religious ties. Today, it is seen as elegant and is associated with grace and spirituality, with a few notable individuals sharing the name.
The name Divina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Divina has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Divina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5618th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6091st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4695th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3479th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Divina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Divina"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈviːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Divina is derived from the Latin word 'divinus', meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'. It is often associated with the divine qualities attributed to deities and is used to express a sense of holiness.
Meaning
divine, heavenly
Language Evolution
Divina (Latin), Divina (Italian, Spanish), Divine (Middle English)
Historical Usage
Divina has been used in various cultures, particularly in Romance languages, and gained popularity as a feminine name in the 19th century, often reflecting religious or spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Divine, Diva
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Divina is perceived as an elegant and sophisticated name, often associated with grace and spirituality. It is relatively uncommon but appreciated for its lyrical quality and meaning.
Famous People
Divina Gallica, an Italian artist, Divina Cook, a notable chef
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Divina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Divina"
"Divina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7881st of 12526 | 35 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5618th of 19264 | 142 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6091st of 27321 | 209 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4695th of 35406 | 454 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3479th of 30306 | 543 |
Regional Popularity of "Divina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Divina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
60.00% 4388th/7313 |
30.51% 2277th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
54.51% 3719th/6822 |
36.28% 2277th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Divina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Divina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.