Masina

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Masina Pronunciation

Masina is pronounced mah-SEE-nah /mɑˈsi.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Samoan masina, 'the moon'; also an Italian form linked to Maximina; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: The moon: Masina is Samoan 'the moon'. Lyrical, celestial, and warm (said 'mah-SEE-nah').

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Origin LowSamoan

MeaningFrom Samoan masina, 'the moon'; also an Italian form linked to Maximina; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6815 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 95

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Masina comes from Samoan masina, 'the moon' — a lyrical, celestial Pacific name. It is also an Italian form linked to Maximina (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical name (said 'mah-SEE-nah'; nickname Masi).

In the U.S. it appears in Samoan and Pacific Islander families. Rare, the-moon at the root, and celestial.

Did you know? Masina means 'the moon' in Samoan — a lyrical, celestial Pacific name (also an Italian form linked to Maximina; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'mah-SEE-nah').

Overall data confidence 45%

References — Masina — Samoan; routes layered

Variations

MahinaMasini

Nicknames

Masi

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Celestial Samoan

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Alesana— echoes that soft -na sound

Malayna— shares the -na ending

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Masina?

Masina is pronounced mah-SEE-nah (/mɑˈsi.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Masina said aloud.

How do you say Masina?

Masina is said mah-SEE-nah (/mɑˈsi.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Masina said aloud.

What does the name Masina mean?

Masina is Samoan for 'the moon'; the routes are layered (also an Italian form).

Is Masina a boy or girl name?

Masina is a girl's name.

How popular is Masina?

Masina is a rare name in the U.S.