Nina Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-nah / ˈniː.nəSpanish; Slavic
Meaning
Spanish: little girl; Slavic: dreamer
Historical & Cultural Background
Nina is a name with roots in both Spanish and Slavic cultures. In Spanish, it translates to 'little girl' and is often used as a term of endearment. In Slavic contexts, it is associated with the meaning 'dreamer' or 'dream'. The name has been popular in various cultures and has seen usage in literature and music.
Trend Summary
The name Nina has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a resurgence noted in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ninna
International Variants
- Nina (Italian)
- Nina (Spanish)
- Nina (Russian)
- Nina (Polish)
Famous people named Nina
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Fictional characters named Nina
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nina was first seen in the United States in 1885. Nina has ranked as high as #1109 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Nina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nina (1990)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |