Aina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aina is a name with roots in Japanese and Hawaiian cultures, meaning 'love' or 'land'. It has evolved through various languages and retains a positive connotation. The name lacks biblical significance but has seen a rise in popularity due to its appealing sound and meanings. Aina is associated with warmth and nature, making it an attractive choice for many parents.
The name Aina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aina has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4171st out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9118th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9338th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9391st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4967th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aina"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪnə/
Origin
Japanese, also used in other cultures
Etymology
In Japanese, Aina can mean 'love' or 'affection' when written with specific kanji characters. In other contexts, it can derive from various languages, including Hawaiian, where it means 'land'.
Meaning
love, land
Language Evolution
Aina (Japanese), Aina (Hawaiian), Aina (Old Norse)
Historical Usage
Aina has gained popularity in various cultures, especially in the 20th century due to its appealing sound and positive meanings in different languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Ainah, Ainara, Ain
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aina is perceived as a unique and gentle name that conveys a sense of warmth and connection to nature.
Famous People
Aina F. (a notable artist), Aina M. (a prominent activist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aina"
"Aina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4171st of 9107 | 85 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9118th of 12526 | 21 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9338th of 19264 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14297th of 27321 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9391st of 35406 | 174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4967th of 30306 | 321 |
Regional Popularity of "Aina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
80.89% 5518th/6822 |
65.34% 4101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.