The moon
In Samoan and other Polynesian languages, Masina is the literal word for the moon. It is often associated with the lunar cycle and the passage of time, carrying a serene and celestial significance in Pacific Islander cultures.
Less common today
Masina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,832 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the animated series based on the film · Moana: The Series
