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Dima

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Pronounced DEE-mah /ˈdi.mɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic dima, 'a gentle, steady, lasting rain' (a blessing); also a Slavic pet of Dmitri; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A gentle, lasting rain: Dima is Arabic for 'a gentle rain'. Lyrical, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'DEE-mah').
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Origin LowArabic
MeaningFrom Arabic dima, 'a gentle, steady, lasting rain' (a blessing); also a Slavic pet of Dmitri; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#7992 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 410

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201619832025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Dima comes from Arabic dima, 'a gentle, steady, lasting rain' (long seen as a blessing). It is also a Slavic pet form of Dmitri (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, a-gentle-rain at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Dima means 'a gentle, steady, lasting rain' in Arabic — a blessing in dry lands — a lyrical, modern name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'DEE-mah').
Overall data confidence 45%
Arabic references — Dima — routes layered

Variations

DeemaDema

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dima mean?

Dima is Arabic for 'a gentle, steady, lasting rain'; it is also a Slavic pet of Dmitri; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Dima?

It's said DEE-mah /ˈdi.mɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Dima a boy or girl name?

Dima is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Dima?

Dima is a rare name in the U.S.

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