Ninna

“Little girl; dreamer” — Associated with the concept of soo

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17071US 2022

5Births / yr

↓Falling

51All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Ninna mean and where does it come from?

Ninna is a name with multiple potential origins. In Italian, it is a diminutive form of names like Antonina, translating to 'little girl' in affectionate terms. In Scandinavian contexts, it can relate to words meaning 'dream' or 'strong'. The name Ninna can also be associated with the concept of soo

Cultural significance

Ninna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of little girl; dreamer.

Peak popularity

Reached #8762 in 1987 — currently #17071 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ninna?

Ninna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ninna Grace

How popular is Ninna right now?

Falling — down 1996 spots — currently #17071 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#17071 · Top 13%

2000

2010

2015

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#17071	5	▼ down 1996 · -17% births
2015	#15075	6	▲ up 2734 · +20% births
2010	#17809	5	▼ down 1681
2000	#16128	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ninna

Best Year2015Rank #15075

Peak Count6

Average Rank#16521

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20224 years

The story of Ninna

Ninna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 51 total births recorded, Ninna remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #16128 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17071 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Ninna in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Ninna by decade

Ninna peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	8
1990s	11
2000s	5
2010s ★	27

💎Ninna has only 51 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ninna?

Common

NinNi

What names sound and feel like Ninna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ninna also consider these

Nina

Spanish · little girl

Zinna

Italy · derived from 'cinna',

Ginna

Italy · Protector; noble.

Ninfa

Italian · Meaning 'nymph', associated

Nienna

Middle-earth Fiction (Tolkien) · Sindarin (Elvish)

Common questions about the name Ninna

What does the name Ninna mean?

Ninna means "Little girl; dreamer" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ninna?

Ninna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ninna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ninna?

Ninna originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ninna trending right now?

Ninna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ninna a common or rare name?

Ninna is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.