Fina

The girl's name Fina is an Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish diminutive of first names that end in '-fina', such as Josefina, a feminine form of the biblical name Joseph.

What does the name Fina mean?

The girl's name Fina is an Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish diminutive of first names that end in '-fina', such as Josefina, a feminine form of the biblical name Joseph. Interpreted in essence, the name means 'God may add' or 'God increase'. It is derived from the ancient Hebrew term yehôsêph (יוֹסֵף) meaning 'may he (God) add', 'he will increase', 'God will add', or 'God has added', which in turn comes from the root yâsaph (יָסַף) meaning 'to add', 'to increase', 'to elevate', or 'to do again'. Additionally, Fina is also considered a short form of Serafina. In this context, its meaning is 'the Fiery one', 'the Sparkling one', and 'the Burning one'. It is derived from the ancient Hebrew expressions śərāfîm (שְׂרָפִים) meaning 'fiery', 'flaming', 'glowing', 'radiant', and 'noble', or śārāf (שָׂרָף) meaning 'to burn' and 'to incinerate'. In Icelandic and also in Croatian/Serbian common usage, the name means 'the Fine one' (fine, delicate, dainty, decent). Saint Fina, also known as Saint Serafina, was a girl from the 13th century from the town of San Gimignano in Italy.

Where does the name Fina come from?

Etymology Fina is a feminine first name of ancient Hebrew origin meaning 'God may add' or 'the Fiery one'. Ancient Hebrew

How do you pronounce Fina?

Sound & pronunciation of Fina: The name Fina is two syllables and softly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Fi-na' [ˈfiːna], starting with a long I sound that conveys brightness. The second syllable sounds open and warm. The clear sound sequence gives the name lightness. Fina thus appears feminine and modern - harmonious, friendly, and timeless.

When is the name day of Fina?

The name day of Fina is October 12.

Popularity

Fina is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 654th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2006 at 636th. In the last ten years, Fina has been given as a first name about 490 times, placing it 868th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 958th.

Nicknames & pet names

Fi / Fia / Fifchen / Fifi / Fince / Finchen / Fine / FinFin / Fini / Finl / Fufu / Ina / Ini / Minifi / Nana / Phi

Similar first names

Fyna

Famous people

• Fina (plays young Nala in the musical 'The Lion King')
• Fina de Calderon (Spanish writer)
• Fina Miralles Nobell (artist from Spain)
• Fina Rifa (Spanish artist)
• Fina Roman (Spanish rally driver)
• Fina Torres (film director from Venezuela)