Nini, derived from the Latin 'Agnes', means 'pure' or 'lamb'. It's a name of Greek origin, popularized by Saint Agnes, who was known for her purity and virtue in early Christian times. The name Nini has been used throughout history, with notable bearers including Nini LaCugna, an American Catholic theologian, and Nini Johansson, a Swedish actress.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Nini experienced a significant peak in popularity between 1997 and 2001, with 15 births recorded in 1997 and at least 10 births each year from 1998 to 2001. Before this period, the name's popularity was quite low, with no more than 6 births per year between 1968 and 1992. After 2001, the popularity of Nini declined again, with no more than 7 births recorded in any given year until 2016. Overall, there were a total of 164 births named Nini during this period.