Nina
Nina is a Christian girl name of Russian and Italian diminutive; Spanish origin, meaning “Little girl; short for Anna-type names”.
| Meaning | Little girl; short for Anna-type names |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Russian and Italian diminutive; Spanish |
| Written as | Нина |
| Pronunciation | NEE-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Nina
Nina has several independent sources. In Russian and Italian it began as a pet form of names ending in -nina, such as Antonina and Giovannina, and in Spanish niña simply means 'little girl'. Georgian Christians honour Saint Nino, a fourth-century woman credited with bringing Christianity to Georgia, and her name is often given as Nina. The name spread widely in the twentieth century and works in almost every European language.
Is Nina a Christian name?
Nina is not a biblical name, but Orthodox Christians connect it with Saint Nino (Nina), Enlightener of Georgia. Elsewhere it is used as a general international name.
How popular is Nina?
Widely used across Europe, Latin America and the English-speaking world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nina mean?
Nina means 'Little girl; short for Anna-type names'. It is of Russian and Italian diminutive; Spanish origin.
Is Nina a Christian name?
Nina is not a biblical name, but Orthodox Christians connect it with Saint Nino (Nina), Enlightener of Georgia. Elsewhere it is used as a general international name.
How do you pronounce Nina?
Nina is pronounced NEE-nah.
Is Nina a boy or girl name?
Nina is usually a girl name.