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The name Dina is of Hebrew origin and it means "judged," "vindicated," or "avenged." It is also a short form of the name Dinah, which means "God has judged."

In the Bible, Dinah is the daughter of Jacob and Leah, who was abducted and raped by a prince named Shechem. This event led to the retaliation of her brothers Simeon and Levi, who killed Shechem and his people.

The name Dina has been used as a given name for girls for centuries, particularly among Jewish families. In modern times, it has become popular in Western countries as well.

People with the name Dina are often described as being creative, intuitive, and possessing a strong will. They value justice and fairness and are sensitive to the needs of others. A notable person with the name Dina is the actress and singer Dina Merrill.

The name Dina is popular in many countries including Israel, Italy, Russia, Egypt, and Nigeria.

If you're looking for names similar to Dina, either because you have a friend with this name or you simply like its sound, here are some options to consider:

• Dana
• Dinah
• Nina
• Lina
• Mina
• Tina
• Gina
• Fina
• Rina
• Zina