Ina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ina is an Old German name meaning 'beloved' or 'noble'. It evolved from names like Ingrid and Ines, reflecting a path of linguistic simplicity and elegance. The name has no direct biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in modern times, associated with notable figures such as Ina Garten and Ina Raymundo.
The name Ina is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Ina has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5216th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4872nd out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13786th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 242nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 285th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 627th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1351st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2926th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3795th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3262nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ina"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːnə/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Ina is derived from the Old German name 'Ingrid', which means 'beloved' or 'noble'. It is often considered a diminutive or short form of names that start with 'In', such as Ines or Ingrid.
Meaning
beloved, noble
Language Evolution
Ingrid, Ines, Ina
Historical Usage
The name Ina has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Germany and Scandinavian countries, during the 20th century as a simple and elegant name.
Variants & Derivatives
Ines, Ingrid, Ina-Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ina is perceived as a vintage and charming name, often associated with simplicity and elegance.
Famous People
Ina Garten (American chef and author), Ina Raymundo (Filipino actress and model)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ina"
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 "Ina"
"Ina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5216th of 7545 | 27 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4872nd of 6773 | 27 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13786th of 16616 | 11 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 242nd of 9107 | 13,324 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 285th of 9204 | 9,219 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 627th of 12526 | 4,291 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1351st of 19264 | 1,301 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2926th of 27321 | 589 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3795th of 35406 | 600 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3262nd of 30306 | 593 |
Regional Popularity of "Ina" 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 "Ina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
16.10% 228th/1416 |
23.71% 327th/1379 |
8.11% 192nd/2366 |
20.67% 236th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
18.76% 290th/1546 |
21.40% 333rd/1556 |
10.79% 254th/2353 |
23.01% 356th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.31% 675th/2227 |
27.04% 657th/2430 |
18.51% 528th/2853 |
30.92% 858th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.48% 1365th/2937 |
42.75% 1489th/3483 |
40.51% 1425th/3518 |
35.26% 1426th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
67.00% 2469th/3685 |
- |
70.45% 3659th/5194 |
47.59% 3006th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
69.03% 3163rd/4582 |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
83.69% 6120th/7313 |
49.36% 3684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.54% 2850th/3984 |
78.18% 3508th/4487 |
73.79% 5034th/6822 |
43.59% 2736th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ina" 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.