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Mina

Meaning: Love; also 'fish' (Japanese)

About Mina

Mina is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Love; also 'fish' (Japanese),” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Wilhelmina. Indicative pronunciation: MEE-na. Popular note: Short, soft, global. When considering Mina, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Germanic

Variants

Wilhelmina

Pronunciation

MEE-na

Popularity note

Short, soft, global

FAQ — Mina

What does the name Mina mean?

Short meaning: Love; also 'fish' (Japanese). See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Mina?

Most associated origin: Germanic.

Are there variants of Mina?

Related forms: Wilhelmina.