Polina

Q: What is the origin of Polina?

Polina is of Russian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Polina a girl name?

Polina is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Small; Humble"

Polina is a Slavic form associated with Paulina, ultimately linked to Latin and Greek traditions emphasizing smallness or humility.

Themes:slavicdiminutivegreek

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Popularity History of Polina

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#3310Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Polina did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Polina Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Polina.

9 ideas

Pol

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poli

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lina

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poly

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liny

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inay

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pie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Polina

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Polina mean?

Polina means "Small; Humble". Polina is a Slavic form associated with Paulina, ultimately linked to Latin and Greek traditions emphasizing smallness o

What is the origin of Polina?

Polina is of Russian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Polina?

According to the latest SSA data, Polina is currently ranked #3310 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Polina a girl name?

Polina is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Polina?

Popular nicknames for Polina include Pol, poli, lina, poly, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Polina?

There are many names similar to Polina in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginRussian, Greek

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#3310

Trend→ Stable

Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aleksey Alexey Aleksei Artyom Anikin

Sisters

Alesha Anushka Anoushka Annya Alyona

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