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Ninah

NEE-nah · The name Ninah is of uncertain origin; it may be a variant of Nina, which has multiple possible meanings including 'grace' (from Hebrew) or 'little girl' (from Spanish) or a diminutive of names ending in -nina.

Peak popularity
2006
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ninah since 1992

Babies named Ninah per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61117200020102020Most births 2006Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s40
2000s107
2010s65
2020s5

Meaning & origin

Ninah is a modern variant of the well-known name Nina, first recorded in the United States in 1992. Its popularity peaked in 2006, but it has never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting a steady but low level of use over the years. While no top states are recorded for this name, it likely appears sporadically across the country. Parents may choose Ninah as a fresh take on Nina, adding a silent 'h' for visual appeal. The name's meaning is uncertain, which adds to its mystery, but it is often associated with grace and charm through its connection to Nina.

Ninah is a modern variant of the name Nina, which itself has multiple origins. It first appeared in the U.S. in 1992, likely influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Nina. The spelling with an 'h' is a contemporary invention that adds a distinctive touch.

Ninah” around the world

Where Ninah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nina, Nini

Variants: Nina, Neenah

Sibling names for Ninah

Names that share Ninah's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mila, Ava, Lena, Sofia, Emma

Brothers: Liam, Noah, Ethan, Mason, Lucas

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ninah mean?
Ninah is a variant of Nina, which has multiple possible meanings including 'grace' (from Hebrew) or 'little girl' (from Spanish), but its exact meaning is uncertain.
How popular is the name Ninah?
Ninah has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It first appeared in 1992 and saw its highest usage in 2006. As of 2025, it remains a rare choice.
Is Ninah a boy or girl name?
Ninah is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.