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Nenah

OriginShort form of names that end in -nina

About Nenah

Nenah is a feminine name with roots in various cultures. It may be a variation of Nina, which has origins in Spanish meaning 'little girl' or from Native American languages meaning 'strong' or 'mighty'. Some sources suggest it could be a variation of Nena, a nickname used in Spanish-speaking countries. The unique spelling with an extra 'e' gives it a distinctive quality while maintaining its melodic pronunciation. While not among the most common names in English-speaking countries, Nenah has a gentle, flowing quality that appeals to parents seeking something slightly unconventional yet accessible. The name carries a sense of delicacy and grace.

Pronounced NEH-nuh.

As of October 2026, Nenah ranked #18471 in US births in 2014 SSA, peaked at #16691 in 2009.

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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.

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