Ninfa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEEN-fah / ˈniːn.fəItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Nymph; young girl
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ninfa is derived from the Italian and Spanish word for 'nymph', which refers to a mythological spirit of nature. In classical mythology, nymphs were often depicted as beautiful maidens associated with various natural features such as rivers, trees, and mountains. The name carries connotations of beauty and femininity, often linked to the idea of youth and vitality. It is relatively uncommon but has a poetic quality that appeals to some parents.
Similar Names
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International Variants
- Ninfa (Italian)
- Ninfa (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ninfa was first seen in the United States in 1910. Ninfa has ranked as high as #840 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ninfa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ninfa (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 38 |
| 1924 | 33 |
| 1925 | 37 |
| 1926 | 43 |
| 1927 | 46 |
| 1928 | 54 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 38 |
| 1931 | 35 |
| 1932 | 33 |
| 1933 | 29 |
| 1934 | 42 |
| 1935 | 26 |
| 1936 | 36 |
| 1937 | 31 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 35 |
| 1940 | 27 |
| 1941 | 39 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 32 |
| 1944 | 27 |
| 1945 | 40 |
| 1946 | 50 |
| 1947 | 51 |
| 1948 | 51 |
| 1949 | 41 |
| 1950 | 42 |
| 1951 | 32 |
| 1952 | 38 |
| 1953 | 41 |
| 1954 | 38 |
| 1955 | 42 |
| 1956 | 41 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 38 |
| 1960 | 32 |
| 1961 | 35 |
| 1962 | 34 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 32 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 29 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |