Pnina
Pnina is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Pearl, coral”.
| Meaning | Pearl, coral |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | פְּנִינָה |
| Pronunciation | pnee-NAH |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Pnina
Pnina is the modern Hebrew word for 'pearl', though in biblical Hebrew the plural peninim probably referred to coral or precious stones. It is the Hebrew form of Peninnah, the other wife of Elkanah in 1 Samuel, who taunted the childless Hannah. Despite that story, Pnina became a popular Israeli name in the twentieth century because of its pretty meaning. The Proverbs say wisdom is more precious than peninim.
Is Pnina a Jewish name?
Pnina is a Jewish name; Peninnah appears in 1 Samuel 1, and the word is used in Proverbs to describe a woman of worth.
How popular is Pnina?
Common among Israeli women of older generations; less often given now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pnina mean?
Pnina means 'Pearl, coral'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Pnina a Jewish name?
Pnina is a Jewish name; Peninnah appears in 1 Samuel 1, and the word is used in Proverbs to describe a woman of worth.
How do you pronounce Pnina?
Pnina is pronounced pnee-NAH.
Is Pnina a boy or girl name?
Pnina is usually a girl name.