Dinorah is of Hebrew origin and means "the Lord is my light". It's a name that carries a beautiful, luminous quality to it. It was popularized by the opera "Dinorah" composed by Giacomo Meyerbeer in 1859, which tells the story of Dinorah, a woman who becomes lost but ultimately finds her way home with the help of her love for her husband and her faith in God. This name is less common today, but it remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for something different yet deeply rooted in history and culture.
"Dinorah saw its peak popularity during the late 1960s to early 1970s, with a high of 23 births in 1971 and an average of around 18 births per year from 1967 to 1974. However, its usage has significantly decreased over time, with only 5 births recorded each in 2016 and 2022."