Nun Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nun Name at a Glance

Name	Nun
Meaning	Posterity, a fish, eternal.
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Nun Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nun means “Posterity, a fish, eternal”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nun Name Origin

Our database records Nun under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nun a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nun is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nun

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