Nerine Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEH-ree-nee / ˈnɛrɪniGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: sea nymph; Latin: from the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
Nerine is derived from Greek mythology, where Nerine was a sea nymph associated with the ocean. The name has been used in various literary contexts, often symbolizing beauty and grace. In botanical terms, Nerine refers to a genus of flowering plants native to South Africa, further linking the name to nature and femininity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nerine was first seen in the United States in 1917. Nerine has ranked as high as #809 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Nerine has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nerine (1917)
| State | Births | Share |
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| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
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| 1917 | 43 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 6 |