Mahina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mahina is a Hawaiian name meaning 'moon', derived from the Hawaiian word for the celestial body. It has evolved primarily within the Hawaiian language and reflects the cultural significance of the moon in Polynesian culture. The name has gained recognition and popularity in modern times, often evoking images of beauty and peace. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Mahina 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, Mahina has been stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mahina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12827th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8477th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4424th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mahina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mahina"
Pronunciation
/məˈhiːnə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Mahina means 'moon' in Hawaiian. It is derived from the Hawaiian word for the moon, reflecting the cultural significance of the lunar phases in Hawaiian tradition.
Meaning
moon
Language Evolution
Hawaiian (original form), Influence from Polynesian languages
Historical Usage
The name Mahina has been used in Hawaiian culture for centuries, gaining popularity in the 20th century as interest in Hawaiian culture grew.
Variants & Derivatives
Mahina-lei, Mahinapua
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Mahina is viewed positively, often associated with beauty and tranquility due to its meaning related to the moon.
Famous People
Mahina Napoleon, a notable Hawaiian artist, Mahina Garcia, a contemporary Hawaiian cultural figure
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mahina"
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 "Mahina"
"Mahina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12827th of 27321 | 58 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8477th of 35406 | 203 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4424th of 30306 | 383 |
Regional Popularity of "Mahina" 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 "Mahina" 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) |
- | - | - |
55.50% 3506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
35.90% 2679th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
27.09% 1700th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mahina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mahina" 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.