Menna
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- Name
- Menna
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
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The first name Menna, a feminine form and variant of Mena, is considered a Frisian short form of names that begin with 'Mein-.' Its transferred meaning is 'the Strong' and 'the Powerful.'
What does the name Menna mean?
Menna is a feminine name form that is understood as a variant of Mena and is interpreted as a Frisian short form for names that start with 'Mein-.' Translated, the name means 'the Strong' and 'the Powerful.' Its roots lie in the Old High German terms magan and megin, which stand for 'strength,' 'power,' 'might,' and 'wealth.' Additionally, the name Menna is also found in Egypt, where it translates freely to 'the gift of God,' derived from the Arabic word menna (منّة) meaning 'the favor' or 'the grace.' In Catalan regions, Menna can also appear as a form of Mina. Other variants include Meina, Menny, and Menni.
Where does the name Menna come from?
The name Menna has its roots in both Old High German and Arabic and carries the meaning 'the Strong.' In Old High German, it is derived from the words magan and megin, which mean strength, power, might, and wealth. In Arabic, it comes from menna (منّة), which means 'the favor' or 'the grace.' Menna can be found in various languages and dialects, including Egyptian, Old German, Arabic, Frisian, Catalan, Low German, and East Frisian.
How do you pronounce Menna?
The pronunciation of Menna is 'Men-na' [ˈmɛnə], and the name has a clear, two-syllable structure. The open e sound at the beginning is stabilized by the double n, giving the sound a calm and clear note. The ending '-a' gently rounds off the name and conveys a certain warmth. Menna thus appears down-to-earth and friendly – simple, calm, and with Nordic clarity.
Popularity
Menna is a rather rare first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2020, reaching 2,824th. In the last ten years, Menna has been given as a first name about 40 times, leading to a 4,479th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,475th. In the first name charts of other countries, the global popularity and frequency of Menna can be seen.
Famous people
- Lia Menna Barreto (Brazilian artist)
- Menna Elfyn (British poet)
- Menna Fadali (actress from Egypt)
- Menna Gallie (English writer)
- Menna Shalabi (Egyptian actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Menna
What is the origin of the name Menna?
Menna has its roots in Old High German and Arabic. In Old High German, it is derived from the terms magan and megin, which mean strength and power. In Arabic, it comes from menna (منّة), which means 'the favor' or 'the grace.'
What does the name Menna mean?
Menna is interpreted as 'the Strong' and symbolizes power and strength. Additionally, in an Arabic context, the name can be understood as 'the gift of God.'
How popular is the name Menna?
The popularity of Menna can vary regionally. In some countries, particularly in Frisian and Arabic regions, the name enjoys a certain popularity, while it is less common in other areas.