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Gina

Name Origin

Gina is a shortened form of the Italian name Virginia, which means 'pure' or 'maiden'.

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Famous People

Gina Lollobrigida (1927-2023)

Actress

  • One of the most prominent actresses of Italian cinema's Golden Age.
  • Nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and won one.

Gina Rodriguez (1984-)

Actress

  • Won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy for her role as Jane Villanueva in the CW comedy-drama series Jane the Virgin.
  • Advocate for diversity and representation in Hollywood.

Gina Gershon (1962-)

Actress

  • Starred in films like 'Bound' and 'Showgirls'
  • Won a Primetime Emmy Award for her role in the television movie 'The Staircase'

Gina Carano (1982-)

Actress, former mixed martial artist

  • First American woman to win a Strikeforce championship
  • Appeared in films like 'Haywire' and 'Deadpool'

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Stella

Both Gina and Stella are classic Italian names with a similar elegant and timeless feel.

Luca

A popular Italian name for boys, Luca complements Gina's traditional charm and shares the same cultural heritage.

Amelia

Both Gina and Amelia are strong yet feminine names with a vintage appeal, often associated with grace and intelligence.