unisex name · Japanese origin
Hinata
/ hee-NAH-tah /
Meaning
Hinata means Sunny place (Japanese).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
hee-NAH-tah
Popularity
#5302 girls (U.S. 2025)
Popularity of Hinata in the US, 1880–2025
Hinata first appears in US records in 2005. It peaked in 2023, when 49 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 24.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Hinata mean?
Hinata means “a sunny place” or “toward the sun.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hinata mean?
Hinata means Sunny place. Hinata means “a sunny place” or “toward the sun.”
What is the origin of the name Hinata?
Hinata is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Hinata?
Hinata is pronounced “hee-NAH-tah.”
Is Hinata a boy or a girl name?
Hinata is most commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Hinata?
In 2025, Hinata ranked #5302 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Hinata most popular?
Hinata was most popular in 2023, when about 49 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.