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Nina

Meaning: Little girl; fire (Quechua)

About Nina

Nina is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Little girl; fire (Quechua),” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Antonina. Indicative pronunciation: NEE-na. Popular note: Short, sweet, international. When considering Nina, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Spanish

Variants

Antonina

Pronunciation

NEE-na

Popularity note

Short, sweet, international

FAQ — Nina

What does the name Nina mean?

Short meaning: Little girl; fire (Quechua). See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Nina?

Most associated origin: Spanish.

Are there variants of Nina?

Related forms: Antonina.