Nina
/ˈniːnə/noun
A feminine given name found in several languages, often used as a short form of longer names.
Did you know?In many traditions, Nina functions as a diminutive or nickname rather than a single ancient root, which makes its history more like a spell that keeps getting re-cast in different tongues.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient languages
Various
nina
“A short feminine name-form used in multiple language families, often as a diminutive or affectionate form.”
Medieval period
Spanish
Niña
“A girl; later also used as a personal name and affectionate form.”
Medieval period
Georgian
Nino
“A feminine name associated with Saint Nino, later influencing forms like Nina in several languages.”
Modern English
English
Nina
“A common feminine given name, especially as a nickname or independent name.”