Zinaida
Meaning of Zinaida
Zinaida is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has its origins in Russia and is pronounced as zee-NYAY-dah (/ziˈnaɪ.da/) in Russian. This name also has variations like Zina and Zinaide. Despite being less common, Zinaida has gained some popularity in recent years in the United States, with 5 occurrences in 2017, ranking at 15884. The name Zinaida carries an air of elegance and sophistication, making it a wonderful choice for parents who are seeking a distinctive name with a touch of international flair.
Pronunciation
Russian
- Pronunced as zee-NYAY-dah (/ziˈnaɪ.da/)
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Notable People Named Zinaida
| Zinaida Nikolayevna Gippius, a prominent Russian poet, playwright, and novelist, was a key figure in Russian symbolism and is known for her 52-year marriage to Dmitry Merezhkovsky. |
| Zinaida Yevgenyevna Serebriakova was a renowned Russian and later French painter. |
| Zinaida Martynovna Portnova was a brave Soviet teenager who became a partisan and was posthumously honored as a Hero of the Soviet Union. |
| Zinaida Smirnova - Zinaida Ivanovna Smirova, a heroic Red Army medic in World War II, was nominated for the title Hero of the Soviet Union and awarded the Order of Lenin for her bravery and selfless actions. |
| Zinaida Alexandrovna Mirkina was a Russian essayist, translator, and philosopher who received the Bjørnson Prize for her extensive contribution to strengthening freedom of expression in Russia. |
| Princess Zinaida Aleksandrovna Volkonskaya was a multi-talented Russian writer, poet, singer, and composer who played a significant role in 19th-century Russian cultural life. |
| Zinaida Grigoryevna Gilels was a renowned Soviet and American violinist and educator. |
| Zinaida Stepanovna Amosova is a former Soviet cross-country skier and Olympic gold medalist. |
| Zinaida Semenova is a retired Russian long-distance runner known for her impressive marathon times and three victories at the Twin Cities Marathon. |
| Zinaida Krotova was a former Soviet female speed skater who won a silver medal at the World Allround Speed Skating Championships for Women in 1950 in Moscow. |
