Negin

The first name Negin is a feminine name with Persian roots and means 'the gemstone' or 'the jewel'. It derives from the Persian word negin (نگین), which also means 'gemstone' or 'jewel'. Negin is primarily used in the Persian cultural sphere, especially in Iran.

What does the name Negin mean?

Negin is a feminine first name that originates from Persian and means 'the gemstone' or 'the jewel'. The word negin (نگین) in Persian stands for 'gemstone' or 'jewel'. This name is especially common in Iran and among Persian communities. A prominent bearer of the name is the Kurdish director Negin Ahmadi.

Where does the name Negin come from?

The name Negin has Persian origins and can be translated to mean 'the gemstone' or 'the jewel'. The root word negin (نگین) means 'gemstone' or 'jewel' in Persian. The name is rooted in the Iranian language.

How do you pronounce Negin?

The name Negin has a two-syllable structure and sounds rhythmically harmonious. It is pronounced as 'Ne-gin' [neˈgiːn] or [ˈneːgin]. The initial syllable 'Ne' sounds bright and friendly, while the stressed ending syllable with a long 'i' creates a certain brightness and tension. The final nasal '-n' provides a gentle resonance. Overall, the name Negin feels melodic, light, and simultaneously present - soft in transition and clear in expression.

Popularity

In Germany, Negin is a fairly common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2012, when it reached 1,609th place. Over the last ten years, Negin has been chosen as a first name about 70 times, placing it 3,061st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,103rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Neg / Negg / Negi / Neginchan / Neginchen / Negos / Nene / Scheggin

Famous people

• Negin Amiripour (Iranian badminton player)
• Negin Kianfar (Iranian film director)
• Negin Mirsalehi (fashion blogger)