Skip to main content

Nienna

Nienna is a Tolkien-inspired name meaning "tear" in Quenya Elvish. It conveys a sense of empathy, wisdom, and strength.

Updated: May 9, 2025
Updated: May 9, 2025
Table of contents

Baby Name Origin and Meaning

Nienna is a beautiful and unique name of Tolkien origin, meaning "tear" or "tearfulness" in the fictional Elvish language Quenya. In J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, Nienna is a powerful and compassionate Vala associated with mourning, grief, and endurance. Those named Nienna may embody qualities of empathy, wisdom, and strength in facing life's challenges.

Gender: Female

Origin: United States

Syllables: 3

Pronunciation: The name Nienna is pronounced "nee-EN-ah"

Join the Family

Your Partner in Parenting, From Baby Name Inspiration to College Planning.

Subscribe