Ninian Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ninian Name at a Glance

Name	Ninian
Meaning	St. Ninian was a 5th century bishop sent to Scotland to convert the Picts to Christianity.
Origin	Welsh
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ninian Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ninian means “St. Ninian was a 5th century bishop sent to Scotland to convert the Picts to Christianity”. 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.

Ninian Name Origin

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

Is Ninian a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Ninian

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