Hindy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hindy is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Hinda', a diminutive of 'Hannah' meaning grace or favor. It has evolved linguistically through forms such as Hinda and Hannah before reaching its modern form. The name is often associated with cultural and familial significance in Jewish communities, although it does not have a direct biblical reference. Hindy has gained popularity among Jewish populations in the last two centuries and is viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Hindy is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hindy has been too falling for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Hindy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7120th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5225th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3605th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2512th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hindy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hindy"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɪndi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Hindy is derived from the Hebrew name 'Hinda', which is a diminutive form of 'Hannah' meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hinda, Hannah, Hindy
Historical Usage
The name Hindy gained popularity in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews, during the 19th and 20th centuries as a feminine form of Hannah.
Variants & Derivatives
Hinda, Hannah, Hindie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hindy is perceived as a traditional name within Jewish communities, often associated with cultural heritage and familial connections.
Famous People
Hindy Koren - a notable Israeli singer, Hindy R. Schwartz - a prominent Jewish author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hindy"
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 "Hindy"
"Hindy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7520th of 12526 | 41 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7120th of 19264 | 95 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5225th of 27321 | 261 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3605th of 35406 | 650 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2512th of 30306 | 858 |
Regional Popularity of "Hindy" 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 "Hindy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
72.51% 1762nd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
48.09% 1675th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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27.60% 1235th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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16.36% 845th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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14.02% 629th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Hindy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hindy" 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.