Hina
Japanese · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Hina
The name Hina derives from Arabic and Sanskrit roots, meaning "henna" (the plant used for dye) in Arabic and "snow" or "silver" in Sanskrit, depending on the linguistic tradition.
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Etymology
The name Hina derives from Arabic and Sanskrit roots, meaning "henna" (the plant used for dye) in Arabic and "snow" or "silver" in Sanskrit, depending on the linguistic tradition. The name is used across Arabic, Indian, and Japanese cultures, popular in Muslim, Hindu, and secular communities, with particular prevalence in South Asia and the Middle East.
Hina currently ranks #4,490 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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