# Nina

/ˈninə/ (US) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/nina
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a common female name used in many different languages and cultures.

For teachers: a feminine given name of various origins, including Spanish, Russian, and Georgian. When used as a proper name, it is always capitalised.

## Examples

- Nina is starting her new job on Monday.
- After living in several different countries, Nina decided to settle down in a small town near the coast.
- The protagonist, Nina, represents the struggle of the individual against the rigid expectations of a traditional society in the early twentieth century.

## Usage notes

- As a proper noun, it is always capitalised and typically used without an article.

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