Heena
Indian subcontinent · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Heena
The name 'Heena' is a variant of 'Hina,' meaning "henna" (the plant used for dye) or "grace" in Sanskrit and Hindi, with roots in the Indian subcontinent.
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Etymology
The name 'Heena' is a variant of 'Hina,' meaning "henna" (the plant used for dye) or "grace" in Sanskrit and Hindi, with roots in the Indian subcontinent. It is commonly used in Hindu, Sikh, and Muslim cultures, often associated with the traditional use of henna in celebrations like weddings, though it lacks a singular notable historical figure.
Heena currently ranks #16,205 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1992.
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