leina

Leina is a given name used in several cultures as a feminine form. It may be a standalone name or a variant or diminutive of related names such as Lena, Leena, or Lina. Because naming practices differ by language, the precise origin and meaning of Leina are not fixed.

In onomastic references, Leina appears in baby-name lists and civil records across parts of Europe and beyond, with popularity varying by time and place. The name is typically pronounced with two syllables, as LEI-nah or LEE-nah, depending on language and spelling conventions.

Leina also occurs as a surname in a minority of cases, though it is considerably less common than as a given name.

In fiction and media, Leina has been used for characters in novels, manga, anime, or video games, reflecting the name’s simple, international phonology.

See also: Lena, Leena, Lina.