Malina - Unique Girl Names

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Malina

/məˈliːnə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Strawberry (Slavic origin), warmth or brightness (Hawaiian origin)

Malina symbolizes sweetness, vitality, and the beauty found in simplicity. Depending on cultural context, it also represents light, warmth, and natural abundance.

Symbolism

The name embodies nurturing energy, innocence, and a connection to nature—whether through the fruit symbolism of the strawberry or the radiant connotations of light and warmth.

Etymology: In Slavic languages, Malina comes from 'malina' meaning 'raspberry' or 'strawberry'. In Hawaiian, Malina is a variant of 'Melina', derived from Greek 'Melaina' meaning 'dark' or possibly linked to 'malina' meaning 'warmth'. It may also be a phonetic variation of names like Amalina or Kamalina in South Asian contexts.

Style & Origin

gentle

nature inspired

multicultural

Cultural Background

Malina is used across several cultures, including Slavic, Hawaiian, and Indian traditions, where it

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