Deena – Name Meaning
The name Deena is of Hebrew origin and means “judgment” or “valley”. It is a feminine form of the name Dean, which is derived from the Latin word decanus, meaning “leader” or “chief”. The name Deena has been popular in the United States since the 1950s.
Popularity
Deena has been a popular name in the United States since the 1950s. It was most popular in the 1970s and 1980s, when it was among the top 500 names for girls. In recent years, it has become less popular, but still remains in the top 1000 names for girls.
Famous People Named Deena
There are several famous people named Deena, including:
- Deena Kastor – American long-distance runner and Olympic bronze medalist
- Deena Nicole Cortese – American television personality on MTV’s Jersey Shore
- Deena Dill – American actress best known for her role as Nurse Tisdale on General Hospital
- Deena Martin – American singer-songwriter and actress who starred in the musical Grease
- Deena Payne – British actress best known for her role as Viv Hope on Emmerdale Farm
Variations of the Name Deena
The name Deena can also be spelled as Dina, Dinah, Dena, or Deenah. There are also variations of this name in other languages such as Dina (Hebrew), Dinah (Hebrew), Dena (Arabic), and Dene (Irish).
Popular Nicknames for Deena
Common nicknames for Deena include Dee, DeeDee, NaeNae, and Neenee.
