Ninfa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ninfa originates from Latin, meaning 'nymph'. It has evolved through historical forms such as 'Nympha' in Latin and is used in various languages including Italian and Spanish. The name embodies traits of beauty and grace, with no biblical relevance. It has a rich historical significance tied to mythology and continues to be appreciated today.
The name Ninfa is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ninfa has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ninfa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1806th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1294th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1725th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3239th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5401st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11500th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18713th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ninfa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ninfa"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɪn.fə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Ninfa is derived from the Latin word 'nynpha', which refers to a nymph in mythology, often associated with nature and water. It reflects a sense of beauty and grace.
Meaning
Nymph
Language Evolution
Nympha (Latin), Ninfa (Italian and Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Ninfa has been used since ancient times, particularly in classical literature and mythology, where nymphs were celebrated figures. It has seen various forms of popularity in different cultures, especially in Italian and Spanish contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Ninfa (Italian), Ninfa (Spanish), Ninfa (Portuguese)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Ninfa is perceived as unique and carries connotations of beauty and nature, often appealing to those who appreciate mythological or nature-inspired names.
Famous People
Ninfa Rojas, a noted artist, Ninfa Vasquez, a prominent activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ninfa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ninfa"
"Ninfa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1806th of 9107 | 377 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1294th of 9204 | 630 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1725th of 12526 | 711 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3239th of 19264 | 335 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5401st of 27321 | 248 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11500th of 35406 | 127 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18713th of 30306 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Ninfa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ninfa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
74.62% 1029th/1379 |
37.24% 881st/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
28.64% 674th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
30.39% 867th/2853 |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
39.48% 1389th/3518 |
69.54% 2812th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
44.30% 2301st/5194 |
45.46% 2872nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
74.32% 5435th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ninfa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ninfa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.