Meaning & Origin
Penina means 'pearl' or 'penny' in Hebrew, symbolizing great value and rarity. In the Bible, Penina was Leah's daughter and the wife of Jacob's son, Judah. She is also the mother of King David and Jesus' ancestor.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes grace, value, and resilience.
Language details
Penina
Penina means pearl or ear of corn
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
peh-NEE-nah
/pɛˈniːnə/
Lucky number
13
Lucky day
Thursday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Turquoise
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Penina is popular in the Jewish communities due to its biblical roots and significance.
Penina represents the preciousness and rarity of human life as a pearl, and her faithfulness and devotion in the face of adversity inspire spiritual growth.
Historical references
Penina is a Hebrew name meaning 'pearl'. It is derived from the Hebrew word 'penina', which means 'pearl'.
Ancient
Penina is a character in the Hebrew Bible. She is the wife of Jacob and the mother of Zebulun and Gad.
Ancient
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