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Bindi
Pronounced BIN-dee /ΛbΙͺn.di/High
Meaning: From Hindi bindi, the auspicious forehead dot β also an Australian Aboriginal word ('little girl'); routes layeredMedium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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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.
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Famous Bearers
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Bindi Irwin (1998-)Australian wildlife conservationist and television personality, daughter of Steve Irwin
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Bindi Cole ChockaAustralian Aboriginal artist and photographer known for identity-focused work
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Bindi mean?
Bindi is the Hindi forehead dot and an Aboriginal word for 'little girl'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Bindi?
It's said BIN-dee /ΛbΙͺn.di/ β two syllables, stress on the first.
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.