What is the origin of the name Penina?

Penina is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Penina?

Penina is currently ranked #4619 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Penina?

Penina is pronounced peh-NEE-nah.

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GirlHebrew

Penina

peh-NEE-nah

Popularity

#4619

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

989

Peak Year

#39 in 2022

First Recorded

1953

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

From the Hebrew word 'peninim', meaning 'corals' or 'rubies'. It signifies preciousness and beauty.

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Numerology

The Achiever

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Nicknames

Penny Nina

Spelling Variations

Peninah

Similar Names

Ruby Coral Pearl Garnet

Personality Traits

PreciousVibrantResilientElegant

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