Mahina

Meaning of Mahina

Mahina has Polynesian roots, shining in Hawaiian and Tongan as mah-HEE-nah. It means “moonlight,” conjuring a silver glow dancing on Pacific waves. Over the past few years, around forty baby girls in the US have been blessed with this luminous name, nudging it into the top 900. Plus, it’s so easy to say that even abuela will wonder if it’s her new favorite lullaby. The name whispers of gentle guidance and natural beauty, perfect for a niña con corazón brillante. Parents who choose Mahina embrace a soft beam of moonlight—a guiding spark that lights their daughter’s path wherever she goes.