Tender, delicate, or palm tree
In Arabic, Linah refers to a young palm tree or signifies tenderness and softness. It is also occasionally used as a variation of the Greek name Lina, which can mean sunlight or a messenger. The name is favored for its gentle sound and cross-cultural appeal.
Less common today
Linah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,771 in 2022.
Former Governor of the Bank of Botswana
Kenyan politician and activist
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).