Jalina: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahl-een-ah
Origin: Mexico
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Andean States, Southern Cone, Southern Europe, Central America
Meaning: Gift

Jalina is a name with diverse origins, often associated with African and Latin American cultures. It is derived from the Swahili word "jali, " meaning "gift" or "talent, " and the Latin American name "Jalina, " which is a variant of the name "Jaline. " The use of Jalina has evolved over time, reflecting the increasing diversity in naming traditions. This name is important because it symbolizes the richness and variety of global cultures, offering parents a unique and meaningful choice for their child.

Jalina Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jalina is currently #11669 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Jalina is currently #6564 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jalina is currently #5595 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Jalina is currently #3138 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jalina is currently #6124 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Jalina is currently #3433 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Jalina is currently #5728 on Kiindred Australian Names

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