Binta Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBIN-tah / ˈbɪn.təAfrican; Hausa
Meaning
Hausa: daughter; African: one who is born during the rainy season
Historical & Cultural Background
Binta is a name of African origin, particularly associated with the Hausa people of West Africa. It is often given to girls and reflects cultural significance related to family and heritage. The name is also linked to the concept of birth during a specific season, highlighting the connection to nature. In various African cultures, names often carry deep meanings and are chosen based on circumstances surrounding a child's birth.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bintou
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Binta was first seen in the United States in 1972. Binta has ranked as high as #1360 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in New York, Washington, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Binta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Binta (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 18 |