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Origin: Indian

Meaning: courteous

Shalina is a baby girl name of Indian origin. Commonly associated with the modern name Shalyn and nickname Lina, Shalina means “courteous.” It can also come from the Hindi words shalin and shalini, meaning “modest” or “gentle.” Throughout the world, Indians believe that everyone should be courteous and respectful of one another. If you intend to raise baby with Indian roots and customs, greetings like namaste or a gesture of gratitude are always appreciated. Luckily, the name Shalina symbolizes a great amount of respect and will remind baby to be kind to whoever she may meet. With this name, baby Shalina is sure to be both polite and humble.