Kina Girl

Popularity: #935 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Japanese; Hawaiian

Meaning

Japanese: 'to be happy'; Hawaiian: 'the sound of the sea'

Historical & Cultural Background

In Japanese culture, the name Kina can be associated with happiness and positivity. In Hawaiian culture, it reflects the natural beauty and sounds of the ocean. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, often appreciated for its melodic quality. It is used in different contexts, sometimes as a standalone name or as a diminutive.

Trend Summary

The name Kina has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.

Similar Names

Rina, Zina

Variants

  • Kina
  • Kinae

International Variants

  • Kina (Japanese)
  • Kina (Hawaiian)

Famous people named Kina

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Fictional characters named Kina

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Sibling Suggestions

KiraMinaLinaNinaTina

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kina was first seen in the United States in 1952. Kina has ranked as high as #1027 nationally which occurred in 1973 and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Texas, Alabama, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kina (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 7
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19526
19565
195811
19595
196014
196112
196224
196325
196422
196519
196633
196736
196826
196934
197031
197139
197239
197346
197446
197540
197644
197735
197839
197933
198041
198136
198232
198324
198426
198524
198613
198716
198815
198921
199017
199114
19928
199311
199410
199518
199615
19978
199816
199911
200014
20018
200210
20038
200416
200522
200635
200725
200819
200919
201015
20119
201211
201310
201412
201520
20166
201712
20188
201919
202016
202114
202214
202314
202415