Kinya

Meaning of Kinya

Kinya is a female name with origins in both Japanese and Swahili. It is pronounced as KEEN-yah (/kiːnjə/). In Japanese, Kinya means "pure one," while in Swahili, it means "hunter." This name has variations such as Kenya. In the United States, Kinya has been given to newborn girls since at least 1969. Its popularity has fluctuated over the years, with its highest ranking in 1983 when it was the 12th most popular name for baby girls. Despite some variation in popularity, Kinya has remained a consistent choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their daughters.

Pronunciation

Japanese,Swahili

  • Pronunced as KEEN-yah (/kiːnjə/)

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Notable People Named Kinya

Kinya Okada, also known as the "Infinite Beast Warrior," is a Japanese professional wrestler who gained recognition for his time in Pro Wrestling Noah and appearances in other prominent Japanese wrestling promotions.
Kinya Miyazaki is a Japanese track and field athlete who competed in the men's high jump at the 1964 Summer Olympics.
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