Kamina

“she who brings peace,”

Japanese origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11670US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

65All-time births

📅 Since 197800

How to pronounce Kamina

KAM·EE·nuh

/ˈkæm.ˈiː.nə/ · stress on KAM · 3 syllables

“she who brings peace,”

Japanese origin · Girl name

What does Kamina mean and where does it come from?

Kamina has multifaceted origins, with meanings in both Japanese and several African cultures. In Japanese, Kamina can imply someone virtuous or noble. An African interpretation often translates to 'she who brings peace,' reflecting a character of diplomacy and harmony. The name is relatively rare bu

Cultural significance

Kamina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japanese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of japanese.

Peak popularity

Reached #8605 in 2015 — currently #11670 in the US.

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How else can you spell Kamina?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Camina

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Kamina?

Kamina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kamina Grace

How popular is Kamina right now?

Falling — down 2893 spots — currently #11670 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#11670 · Top 8.6%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11670	8	▼ down 2893 · -33% births
2022	#8777	12	▲ up 2842 · +50% births
2021	#11619	8	▼ down 1919 · -20% births
2020	#9700	10	▼ down 1095 · -23% births
2015	#8605	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kamina

Best Year2015Rank #8605

Peak Count13

Average Rank#10074

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Kamina

Kamina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 65 total births recorded, Kamina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8605 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11670 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kamina in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Kamina by decade

Kamina peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	10
2000s	5
2010s ★	40
2020s	10

💎Kamina has only 65 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kamina?

Common

KamKamieKamyIna

What names sound and feel like Kamina?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kamina also consider these

Common questions about the name Kamina

What does the name Kamina mean?

Kamina means "Japanese" — a name rooted in Japanese tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kamina?

Kamina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kamina have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kamina?

Kamina originates from Japanese tradition. Japanese names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Kamina?

Kamina is a three-syllable name pronounced K AE1 M IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Kamina?

Kamina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Japanese heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.