Dinah
girl name#4172 in 2025Dinah entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #488 in 1955, ranks #4172 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4172
rank today
#488
peak (1955)
34
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #765 |
| 1890s | #1063 |
| 1900s | #1164 |
| 1910s | #1364 |
| 1920s | #1759 |
| 1930s | #1421 |
| 1940s | #663 |
| 1950s | #530 |
| 1960s | #867 |
| 1970s | #1336 |
| 1980s | #1837 |
| 1990s | #2543 |
| 2000s | #2741 |
| 2010s | #3244 |
| 2020s | #3668 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dinah has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 8,200 people named Dinah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dinah alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dinah in 2025?
- Dinah ranks #4172 among US girl names in 2025, with 34 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dinah most popular?
- Dinah peaked in 1955, reaching #488 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dinah with classmates?
- Dinah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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