Nina

At a Glance

Meaning

Often a short form of names like Anna ('grace') or Christina; also used as a Quechua/Aztec-rooted 'fire' and Spanish 'girl' — most commonly linked to 'grace' via Anna

Origin

Hebrew / Russian / Spanish (multiple origins)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

NEE-nahListen

Nina (NEE-nah) is a vintage girl's name with roots in several places: Hebrew, Russian, and Spanish. It's often a short form of names like Anna ('grace') or Christina, and most commonly it's linked to 'grace' through Anna. It's also used with a Quechua/Aztec-rooted 'fire' meaning and as the Spanish word for 'girl.'

Meaning & Origin of Nina

Meaning: Often a short form of names like Anna ('grace') or Christina; also used as a Quechua/Aztec-rooted 'fire' and Spanish 'girl' — most commonly linked to 'grace' via Anna.

Origin: Hebrew / Russian / Spanish (multiple origins).

How to Pronounce Nina

Popularity of Nina

Nina peaked at #115 in 1887, when 266 girls were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #321, with 955 babies, so it's still in regular use today.

Names Like Nina

These names share Nina’s style, era or origin.

• Ada
• Adele
• Aileen
• Alice
• Alma
• Alva

FAQ

What does the name Nina mean?

Often a short form of names like Anna (‘grace’) or Christina; also used as a Quechua/Aztec-rooted ‘fire’ and Spanish ‘girl’ — most commonly linked to ‘grace’ via Anna.

How do you pronounce Nina?

Nina is pronounced NEE-nah (IPA: /ˈniːnə/).

Is Nina a popular name right now?

Nina peaked at #115 in 1887 and is ranked #321 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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