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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Moon, moonlight
- Origin
- Hawaiian
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- mah-HEE-nah
Mahina (mah-HEE-nah) is a Hawaiian name meaning "moon" or "moonlight." It suits a girl and carries an outdoorsy, nature-inspired, free-spirited feel with a boho, worldly edge. If you're drawn to names that evoke the night sky without being a common pick, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Mahina
Meaning: Moon, moonlight.
Origin: Hawaiian.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Mahina
mah-HEE-nahIPA /mɑːˈhiːnə/
Popularity of Mahina
Mahina ranked #3672 in 2024, with 42 girls given the name, just down from its peak of #3103 in 2022 when 53 were born. It's a rarely heard name, so your daughter would be unlikely to share it with classmates.
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FAQ
What does the name Mahina mean?
Moon, moonlight. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mahina?
Mahina is pronounced mah-HEE-nah (IPA: /mɑːˈhiːnə/).
Is Mahina a popular name right now?
Mahina peaked at #3103 in 2022 and is ranked #3672 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1974–2024.)
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