The name Nana: meaning and origin
- Nana name meaning
- Nana origin
- Georgian names
In Georgia Nana is the name of Saint Queen Nana, who accepted Christianity together with King Mirian. The exact origin of the name is debated.
Where does the name Nana come from and what does it mean?
The etymology of the name has not been firmly established and there are several versions. In Georgia it is tied first of all to Saint Queen Nana, wife of King Mirian, who was healed and converted by Saint Nino. To a Georgian ear the name also echoes nanina, the old Georgian lullaby.
Famous people named Nana
Well-known bearers include Saint Queen Nana, chess legend Nana Alexandria and film director Nana Jorjadze.
Pet names for Nana
The most common affectionate forms are:
- Naniko
- Nanuka
What character is linked to the name Nana?
People say Nanas are caring, wise and very strong. For their family they are a pillar and a source of warmth.
The numerology number of Nana
In the Georgian alphabet every letter has a number value: ა is 1, ბ is 2, გ is 3 and so on. The letters of Nana in Georgian (ნანა) add up to 102, which reduces to 3. In numerology, 3 is the number of creativity, communication and joy. It is a playful tradition rather than science, but it is fun to see how well it fits.