Peninnah

pi-NIN-uh; pi-NEE-nuh; PNIN-uh

Hebrew

"pearl, coral, precious stone"

Peninnah Origin and Meaning

The name Peninnah is a girl's name meaning "pearl, coral, precious stone".

A rare Biblical choice associated with gemstones drawn from the sea, Peninnah appears in the Old Testament as one of two wives of Elkanah (the other being Hannah). With possible nicknames Nina, Pearl, and Penny, it could make an interesting option for those wanting an underused Biblical name.

Pnina and Peninna are alternative spelling options, while a notable bearer is Peninnah Schram, a writer of Jewish folktales.

Famous People Named Peninnah

• Peninnah one of Elkanah's wives (1 Samuel 1:2)