Niniel
Fact sheet
- Name
- Niniel
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Niniel (Níniel) is a feminine given name created by J. R. R. Tolkien in his works.
What does the name Niniel mean?
The name Niniel (Níniel) means 'the tear girl' or 'the mournful one/tear-rich'. Its origins lie in the Sindarin language and consist of the elements nîn, meaning 'tear', and iel, meaning 'daughter' or 'maiden'. In the novels, this name is used as an epithet for Niënor, given to her by her brother Túrin.
Where does the name Niniel come from?
Niniel is a feminine given name with Elvish roots that carries the meaning 'the tear girl'. The
How do you pronounce Niniel?
Niniel is pronounced as 'Nin-i-el'.
Popularity
In Germany, Niniel is considered a rare name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2011, when it reached 2,438th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,788th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ninchen / Ninelken / Nini
Famous people
- Niniel (human (sister of Turin) in the book 'The Silmarillion by Tolkien')
Frequently asked questions about the name Niniel
Where does the name Niniel come from?
Niniel has Elvish roots and comes from the Sindarin language, where it is composed of the elements nîn (tear) and iel (daughter or maiden).
What does the name Niniel mean?
The name Niniel means 'the tear girl' or 'the mournful one/tear-rich', which points to the emotional depth and tragic story of the character.
How popular is the name Niniel?
The name Niniel is rather rare and has a niche in naming, especially among fans of fantasy literature, particularly the works of J.R.R. Tolkien.