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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"