Bintu Girl
Origin(s)
African; Arabic
Meaning
daughter (African); a term of endearment (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In African cultures, particularly among the Hausa people, 'Bintu' is often used to signify a daughter, reflecting familial ties and heritage. In Arabic, it serves as a term of endearment, commonly used in various contexts to express affection. The name is also found in Islamic traditions, where it may denote respect and honor within family structures. Its usage highlights the importance of kinship and community in both cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Binta
- Bintou
International Variants
- Bintou (West African)
Famous people named Bintu
Bintu Fatoumata — activist.
Bintu Kone — artist.
Fictional characters named Bintu
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bintu was first seen in the United States in 1994. Bintu has ranked as high as #1387 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has no trending data available at the state level. In the past 5 years the name Bintu has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bintu
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |