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Divine
Pronounced dih-VINE /dΙͺΛvaΙͺn/High
Meaning: Godly or heavenly; from the Latin divinus meaning of the gods, related to divus meaning godHigh
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Divine comes from the Latin divinus, an adjective meaning of the gods or belonging to the divine realm. It entered Middle English through Old French divin, and was used both in religious writing and as a term of high praise for exceptional beauty or talent.
As a given name, Divine has been adopted primarily in West African and African-American communities as a spiritual expression of faith. Names like Divine, Godwin, and Emmanuel reflect a tradition of bestowing blessings through a child's name. It remains rare but is slowly gaining visibility in the United States.
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Divine (Harris Glenn Milstead) (1945β1988)American actor and singer who performed as Divine and starred in John Waters films including Pink Flamingos and Hairspray.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Divine mean?
Divine means godly or heavenly, from the Latin divinus meaning of the gods.
How do you pronounce Divine?
It is said dih-VINE, two syllables with stress on the second.
Is Divine a boy or girl name?
Divine is used for both boys and girls; as a boys name it is especially common in West African and African-American communities.
How popular is Divine?
Divine is an uncommon but growing name in the United States, particularly within communities that favor spiritual or virtue-based names.