Hinata

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Hinata Pronunciation

Hinata is pronounced hee-NAH-tah /hiˈnɑ.tɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Japanese hinata, 'a sunny place; toward the sun, facing the sun'Medium

In 30 seconds: Bathed in sunlight: Hinata is Japanese for 'a sunny place; toward the sun'. Warm, bright, and cheerful (anime favorites too).

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Origin MediumJapanese

MeaningFrom Japanese hinata, 'a sunny place; toward the sun, facing the sun'

U.S. rank (2024)#4495 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 424

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Hinata comes from Japanese hinata, 'a sunny place; toward the sun, facing the sun'. A warm, bright, cheerful name (popular through anime), here for girls.

In the U.S. it appears in Japanese families. Rare, a-sunny-place at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Hinata means 'a sunny place, facing the sun' in Japanese — a warm, cheerful name made familiar worldwide by anime (Naruto, Haikyu!!); used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 78%

Japanese references — hinata — etymology

Variations

Hinano

Nicknames

Hina

Themes & Styles

Nature Japanese

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Hinata?

Hinata is pronounced hee-NAH-tah (/hiˈnɑ.tɑ/). Press play above to hear Hinata said aloud.

How do you say Hinata?

Hinata is said hee-NAH-tah (/hiˈnɑ.tɑ/). Press play above to hear Hinata said aloud.

What does the name Hinata mean?

Hinata is Japanese for 'a sunny place; toward the sun'.

Is Hinata a boy or girl name?

Hinata is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Hinata?

Hinata is a rare name in the U.S.