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Neena

/NEE-na/
Western Female

Neena is a Western name meaning "Neena is often considered a diminutive of names like Antonina or Giannina, meaning 'priceless' or 'graceful'. It can also be used as an independent name with various possible meanings depending on the cultural context.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Austria, Bangladesh, BE, Bahrain. Likely derived as a diminutive of names like Antonina (Latin) or Giannina (Italian/Greek). Antonina comes from Antonius (Latin), of Etruscan origin, meaning unknown, but possibly 'priceless'. Giannina is a diminutive of Giovanna (Italian), the feminine form of Giovanni (John), which comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.

Language Western
Gender Female
Phonetic NEE-na

Say it as NEE-na. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Neena Gill - British Politician
  • · Neena Pacholke - American News Anchor

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