Maina

Pronunciation: [ m-AYN-uh ]

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Girl Name #52,147 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Maina is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-AYN-uh.

Parents who love the name Maina often also consider Janaja, Ariee, .

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Popularity Over Time

#52,147
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#52,147
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Mai May Maiie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maina

Is Maina a boy or girl name?
Maina is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Maina?
Maina is pronounced m-AYN-uh.
How popular is the name Maina?
Maina is currently ranked #52147 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maina?
Common nicknames for Maina include Mai, May, and Maiie.
Is Maina a common or rare name?
Maina is an uncommon name, ranked #52147 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Maina

Maina is a girl name .

Maina is currently ranked #52,147 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Maina include Mai, May, and Maiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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