Deena

Hebrew

"delicate or judged"

Deena Origin and Meaning

The name Deena is a girl's name.

Deena is a feminine name with multiple origins. In Arabic, it means 'religion' or 'faith,' while in Hebrew it can be interpreted as 'judged' or 'vindicated.' The name also has Sanskrit roots where it means 'day' or 'daylight.' As a variant of Dina or Diana, Deena gained popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, reaching its peak in the early 1970s. While never among the top 100 names, it has maintained steady usage throughout the decades. The name carries a soft, melodic quality that contributes to its enduring appeal. Notable bearers include American singer Deena Jones of the fictional group 'The Dreams' in the musical Dreamgirls.

Deena Rank in US Top 1000

# 995 in the US

Famous People Named Deena

• Deena Nicole Cortese American reality TV personality ("Jersey Shore")
• Deena Michelle Kastor American Olympic marathon runner
• Deanna "Deena" Dill American actress and TV producer
• Diane Margaret "Deena" Payne English actress
• Deena Diane Deardurff American swimmer
• Deena Brush Mapple American waterskier
• Deena Jakoub American singer of rock band "Veridia"

The name Deena in Pop Culture

• Deena Jones a main character in musical "Dreamgirls"
• Deena Pilgrim main character in the "Powers" comics