The name Nino: meaning and origin
- Nino name meaning
- Nino origin
- Georgian names
Nino is one of the most loved names in Georgia and carries the name of Saint Nino, who brought Christianity to the country. Its exact origin is still debated, but for Georgians the name stands for faith and light.
Where does the name Nino come from and what does it mean?
The exact origin of the name is still debated among scholars and there is no single accepted explanation. In Georgia it is tied entirely to Saint Nino, who converted the kingdom of Kartli to Christianity in the 4th century. That is why Nino is a symbol of faith, courage and kindness in Georgian culture.
Famous people named Nino
The best-known bearer is Saint Nino, the Enlightener of Georgia. The name is also carried by singer Nino Katamadze, writer Nino Haratischwili and dance legend Nino Ramishvili.
When is the Nino name day?
Ninooba is celebrated twice a year: on 27 January, the feast of Saint Nino, and on 1 June, when the Church remembers her arrival in Georgia.
What character is linked to the name Nino?
People say Ninos are warm, caring and deeply loyal. They are often the light of their circle of friends: the person everyone goes to for advice. Common pet names: Nini, Niniko, Ninutsa.
The numerology number of Nino
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 Nino in Georgian (ნინო) add up to 180, which reduces to 9. In numerology, 9 is the number of compassion, wisdom and care for others. It is a playful tradition rather than science, but it is fun to see how well it fits.