Nerine
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- Name
- Nerine
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
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The first name Nerine is feminine and has its roots in Greek. It is translated as "the sea nymph" or "the spirit of the sea."
What does the name Nerine mean?
Nerine is a feminine first name of Greek origin. It is translated as "the sea nymph" or "the spirit of the sea." The origin of the name can be traced back to the ancient Greek word niriída (νηρηίδα), which stands for "water nymph" and "mermaid." Additionally, the name also refers to various plants of the genus Nerine, which are toxic to cattle.
Where does the name Nerine come from?
The name Nerine has its roots in ancient Greek and means "the sea nymph."
How do you pronounce Nerine?
Nerine is pronounced approximately as: Ne-ri-ne.
Popularity
In Germany, Nerine is a rather rare first name. It has not made its mark in the German first name charts. Its best placement was in 2011, when it ranked 5,784th in the first name charts of England. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times there, placing it at 4,697th in the ten-year statistics. Between 1996 and 2024, it ranks 5,553rd in England.
Frequently asked questions about the name Nerine
What is the origin of the name Nerine?
The name Nerine has its roots in ancient Greek and means 'the sea nymph.'
What does the name Nerine mean?
Nerine is translated as 'the sea nymph' or 'the spirit of the sea' and is associated with water nymphs and mermaids.
How popular is the name Nerine?
The name Nerine is rather rare and has gained some popularity in recent years, but it remains outside the most common first names.