Alinah

Alinah is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, bringing together sounds and elements from different naming traditions. It may be a variant of Alina, which has Slavic, Greek, and Germanic roots meaning 'bright, beautiful' or 'light.' The addition of the 'h' creates a softer ending sound and distinctive appearance. Alternatively, it could relate to the Arabic name Alina, meaning 'noble' or 'tender.' Alinah's melodic quality and flowing rhythm give it a gentle, feminine feel. While relatively uncommon in usage statistics, it fits well with contemporary preferences for names ending with the soft 'ah' sound. The name's cross-cultural nature makes it appealing in diverse communities while maintaining a sense of uniqueness.

Pronounced ah-LEE-nah.

As of October 2026, Alinah ranked #6848 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3254 in 2015.