Medina

Medina: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Medina

  • A female given name transferred from the surname.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish Medina.

How popular is Medina?

35U.S. babies in 2025
#2526peak rank (1963)
1,987babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,987 girls in the U.S. have been named Medina. Its highest rank for girls was #2526 in 1963. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Medina FAQ

What does the name Medina mean?

A female given name transferred from the surname. Borrowed from Spanish Medina.

What is the origin of the name Medina?

Medina is listed as a name of Spanish origin.

How popular is the name Medina?

Since 1880, 1,987 girls in the U.S. have been named Medina. Its highest rank for girls was #2526 in 1963. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Medina a boy or girl name?

Medina is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,987 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.