Ninna
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Ninna is a girl’s name of Italian origin, meaning “Ninna is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Annina (Italian for Anne) or derived from Norse roots meaning 'chaste'.”. It currently ranks #16955 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1987.
What Ninna Means
“Ninna is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Annina (Italian for Anne) or derived from Norse roots meaning 'chaste'.”
The Story of Ninna
Imagine a name whispered across centuries, a gentle echo of devotion and purity meant for your daughter.
Ninna, a name with a gentle touch, is most notably recognized from Saint Nina, the fifth-century saint credited with bringing Christianity to Georgia. Its roots are often linked to Italian diminutives or Norse terms for 'chaste,' suggesting a lineage of quiet strength and purity.
When you hear Ninna, it sounds like a soft breath, a quiet promise. It is a name for your daughter, embodying a gentle strength and a pure heart that you already feel within her, a deep, inner chaste spirit.
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Famous Namesakes
Saint Nina
A female saint credited with converting Georgia.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 1987
Total Births
61
First Recorded
1987
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