Pronunciation: [zɜːlˈiːnə] (IPA) 
Zerlina is a female given name that is pronounced as /zərˈliːnə/. It is spelled with a "Z" which is pronounced as /z/, and followed by an "e" which sounds like /ə/. The "r" is a consonant that has to be pronounced with a rolling sound, while the "l" is a voiced alveolar lateral approximant that is pronounced as /l/. Finally, the name ends with an "i" which is pronounced as /iː/ and an "n" which is pronounced as /n/.
Zerlina is a proper noun commonly used as a feminine given name. It is derived from Italian and has various origins and meanings across different cultures and languages.
In Italian, Zerlina is often associated with the character Zerlina from Mozart's opera, "Don Giovanni." Zerlina is a peasant girl who is engaged to Masetto but becomes a target of seduction by Don Giovanni, the opera's titular character. She is depicted as a naive, innocent, and virtuous young woman.
In some cultures, Zerlina is also seen as a variant of the name Serlina or Serlino, which has English origins. In this context, it is understood to mean "little jewel" or "little precious one". It is a name that suggests value, beauty, and delicacy.
Furthermore, in certain contexts, Zerlina can be associated with the name Serena. Serena is of Latin origin, meaning "serene," "calm," or "peaceful." As such, Zerlina can carry similar connotations of tranquility and harmony.
Overall, the name Zerlina embodies a range of characteristics, including innocence, beauty, value, and peace. It can be associated with different cultural references and may have alternative interpretations depending on the context and specific origins.
The name "Zerlina" is of Italian origin and is derived from the Italian word "zerlino", which means "little field" or "desert". It is related to the word "zerlina" in Spanish, which refers to a small female fox. The name Zerlina gained popularity through its use in the famous Mozart opera "Don Giovanni" (1787), where Zerlina is one of the main characters.
