Bindi

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Bindi Pronunciation

Bindi is pronounced BIN-dee /ˈbɪn.di/High

Meaning: From Hindi bindi, the auspicious forehead dot — also an Australian Aboriginal word ('little girl'); routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: Sweet and spirited: Bindi is the Hindi forehead dot — and an Aboriginal word for 'little girl', made famous by Bindi Irwin. Cheerful and warm.

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Origin MediumHindi, Australian

MeaningFrom Hindi bindi, the auspicious forehead dot — also an Australian Aboriginal word ('little girl'); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4193 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 396

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Bindi comes from Hindi bindi, the auspicious forehead dot (Sanskrit bindu, 'point, drop'), and from an Australian Aboriginal word for 'little girl' (routes layered, which we note). Bindi Irwin made it widely known.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, dot-or-little-girl at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Bindi Irwin, daughter of Steve Irwin, made this name beloved — it's the Hindi auspicious dot and an Aboriginal word for 'young girl'.

Overall data confidence 65%

References — bindi — routes layered

Variations

BinduBindy

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Bindi?

Bindi is pronounced BIN-dee (/ˈbɪn.di/). Press play above to hear Bindi said aloud.

How do you say Bindi?

Bindi is said BIN-dee (/ˈbɪn.di/). Press play above to hear Bindi said aloud.

What does the name Bindi mean?

Bindi is the Hindi forehead dot and an Aboriginal word for 'little girl'; the routes are layered.

Is Bindi a boy or girl name?

Bindi is a girl's name.

How popular is Bindi?

Bindi is a rare name in the U.S.