Hina
Hina is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, via Urdu origin, meaning “Henna”.
| Meaning | Henna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, via Urdu |
| Written as | حنا |
| Pronunciation | HEE-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Hina
Hina is the South Asian form of Arabic hinna, the henna plant whose leaves are made into a reddish dye for hands, hair and bridal decorations. The plant's fragrance and its place in wedding celebrations give the name a festive, joyful feeling. It is especially popular in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims; well-known bearers include Pakistani politician Hina Rabbani Khar. Hina is also a separate Japanese girl's name with entirely different meanings, such as 'sun' or 'young bird'.
Is Hina a Muslim name?
Hina is not Sanskrit, despite some listings; it comes from Arabic and is used mainly by Muslim families in South Asia. It is a word name rather than one from the Qur'an.
How popular is Hina?
Common in Pakistan and among South Asian Muslims, and also used by some Hindu families as Heena.
Gifts with the name Hina
- Hina name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hina baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hina
Names similar to Hina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hina mean?
Hina means 'Henna'. It is of Arabic, via Urdu origin.
Is Hina a Muslim name?
Hina is not Sanskrit, despite some listings; it comes from Arabic and is used mainly by Muslim families in South Asia. It is a word name rather than one from the Qur'an.
How do you pronounce Hina?
Hina is pronounced HEE-nah.
Is Hina a boy or girl name?
Hina is usually a girl name.