Ninfa
Ninfa is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Nymph, bride, or young woman.
Origin and history
Ninfa is a given name of Greek origin, derived from the word for a nymph or bride. It has long been used in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures, often associated with nature or local saint veneration. In the United States, it remains a rare choice with steady historical usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,464 babies in the United States have been named Ninfa since 1880. It ranks #3559 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2090.
States where it is most popular
- TX (90.7 %)
- CA (6 %)
- NY (2.7 %)
- NM (0.58 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 352 |
| 1930-1940 | 347 |
| 1940-1950 | 390 |
| 1950-1960 | 362 |
| 1960-1970 | 278 |
| 1970-1980 | 193 |
| 1980-1990 | 164 |
| 1990-2000 | 139 |
| 2000-2010 | 77 |
| 2010-2019 | 40 |
| 2020-2029 | 11 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Greek mythological divine spirits who animated nature.
- Santa Ninfa is one of the four original patron saints of Palermo, Sicily.