Hina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hina originates from Polynesian cultures and means 'moon.' It has historical forms in Old Polynesian and continues to be used in Hawaiian and Maori contexts. The name is associated with traits of beauty and nature, particularly in relation to the moon. It does not have biblical relevance, but it has gained popularity in modern times as interest in Polynesian culture has increased.
The name Hina is most popular in Hawaii, 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, Hina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Hina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9832nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5119th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7245th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8692nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hina"
Pronunciation
/ˈhiː.nə/
Origin
Polynesian
Etymology
The name Hina is derived from various Polynesian languages, often associated with the moon goddess in Hawaiian and other Pacific cultures.
Meaning
moon
Language Evolution
Hina (Old Polynesian), Hina (Hawaiian), Hina (Maori)
Historical Usage
The name Hina has been used in Polynesian cultures for centuries, particularly in Hawaii and New Zealand, and it has gained popularity in recent years as awareness of Polynesian culture has grown.
Variants & Derivatives
Hina-ā-Rangi, Hina-puki, Hina-uri
Modern Popularity & Image
Hina is perceived positively as a name that embodies beauty and nature, particularly associated with the moon and femininity.
Famous People
Hina Rabbani Khar (Pakistani politician), Hina Hikasa (Japanese actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hina"
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 "Hina"
"Hina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9832nd of 19264 | 48 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5119th of 27321 | 267 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7245th of 35406 | 251 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8692nd of 30306 | 147 |
Regional Popularity of "Hina" 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 "Hina" 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) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
72.40% 3240th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
- |
72.81% 5434th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- |
65.34% 4101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hina" 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.