Enna

Enna is a female first name that primarily occurs in Low German and East Frisian regions as a short form of names beginning with the elements 'Agin-', 'Egin-', or 'Arn-'. Figuratively, the name means 'the fearful', 'the timid', 'the anxious', or 'the eagle-like woman'.

What does the name Enna mean?

The first name Enna has its roots in Low German and East Frisian naming traditions and is a short form for names that begin with 'Agin-', 'Egin-', or 'Arn-'. Figuratively, the name stands for 'the fearful', 'the timid', 'the anxious', or 'the eagle-like woman'. The etymological roots trace back either to the Germanic word agi, meaning 'fear', 'terror', 'awe', or 'anxiety', or to the Old High German arn or aro, which means 'the eagle'. Additionally, the spelling Énna is considered an Old Irish girl's name, meaning 'the bird-like one' or 'the bird', derived from the Old Irish word én for 'bird'. There is also a city named Enna in Sicily. The male form of the name is Enno, while Enne and Ene are further variants.

Where does the name Enna come from?

The origin of the name Enna is Old Germanic as well as Old High German and can be translated as 'the fearful'. Old Germanic and Old High German consist of the terms agi for 'fear', 'terror', 'awe', 'anxiety' (Germanic) or arn or aro for 'the eagle' (Old High German) and én for 'bird' (Old Irish). The name is used in Frisian, Low German, and East Frisian languages.

How do you pronounce Enna?

The pronunciation of Enna is clear and fluid. The name is two syllables and is primarily pronounced as 'En-na' [ˈɛnna] in the German language. It begins with an open E sound, conveying a sense of directness. The doubling of the n emphasizes the middle of the name, while the open ending '-a' creates a gentle conclusion. Enna feels modern and down-to-earth – a name with clear structure and calm radiance.

When is the name day of Enna?

The name day of Enna falls on March 14.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Enna enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 244th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2018 at 173rd. Over the last ten years, Enna has been given as a first name around 2,800 times, placing it 236th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 258th.

Nicknames & pet names

En / En-En / Enci / Enn / Ennalein / Ennana / Ennchen / Enni / Ennibenni / Ennie / Enntchen / Enny / Entchen / Änna

Similar first names

Famous people

• Énna (protagonist from the novel of the same name by Leonie Britt Harper)
• Enna Pertim (writer)