Rising since 2014, #4,460 for girls today.
Popularity of Hina since 1973
Babies named Hina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 38 |
| 1980s | 141 |
| 1990s | 186 |
| 2000s | 162 |
| 2010s | 97 |
| 2020s | 120 |
Meaning & origin
Hina is a multicultural name with roots in Hawaiian, Japanese, and Arabic traditions. In Hawaiian mythology, Hina is a revered lunar goddess, lending the name a serene and celestial quality. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 2014, reaching its peak rank of 4460 in 2025. That year, about 1 in 51,847 newborn girls were named Hina, reflecting its growing appeal among parents seeking a cross-cultural name that is both short and melodic. Top states for the name include Hawaii, which aligns with its Polynesian heritage. Hina's simplicity and global resonance make it a distinctive choice that honors multiple ethnic traditions without being tied to any single culture.
The name Hina appears in several distinct cultural traditions. In Hawaiian mythology, Hina is a goddess associated with the moon and is often paired with the god Maui. In Japanese, Hina can be written with characters meaning 'sun' or 'a type of edible plant'. In Arabic, the name is related to 'henna' (الحناء), a plant used for dye and body art. The name's presence in Hawaii is well-documented, but as a given name in the United States, its usage peaked in 2025, reflecting its multicultural appeal.
Where Hina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Hina” around the world
Where Hina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
85
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Heena, Hinaa
Sibling names for Hina
Names that share Hina's style, for a brother or sister.
