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Hawaiian baby names with meanings

Hawaiian names are soft, musical and tied to the land and sea — names like Kai, Leilani, Nalu and Koa carry island warmth and natural grace. This page collects 58 Hawaiian names — 29 for boys, 29 for girls and 0 for unisex — with every meaning and gender shown at a glance, so you can shortlist the ones that speak to you.

Among the most popular Hawaiian boy names are Kai, Akamu, Ikaika, Kana, while top girl picks include Alani, Hailey, Kai, Kalea. Names are ordered by popularity rank, with classics and rising favourites mixed together.

Not sure where to start? Say each candidate out loud with your surname, then use the free baby names generator to filter Hawaiian names further by starting letter, rashi or a meaning you love. Save your favourites to the shortlist and use the compatibility checker to see how your top picks sound together.

58+ Hawaiian names Meanings, origins & gender included

Popular Hawaiian names

The most popular Hawaiian names first, with meaning, origin and gender for easy comparison.

Name Meaning Origin Gender
Kai Sea, ocean Hawaiian boy
Akamu Of the earth, man Hawaiian boy
Ikaika Strong, powerful Hawaiian boy
Kana God of the ocean Hawaiian boy
Kekoa The brave one Hawaiian boy
Keoni God is gracious Hawaiian boy
Koa Warrior, brave Hawaiian boy
Makani Wind, breeze Hawaiian boy
Alani Orange tree, precious Hawaiian girl
Hailey Hay meadow Hawaiian girl
Kai Sea, ocean Hawaiian girl
Kalea Bright, clear Hawaiian girl
Kali Flower wreath Hawaiian girl
Kiana Divine, heavenly Hawaiian girl
Leilani Heavenly flower Hawaiian girl
Malia Calm, gentle Hawaiian girl
Moana Ocean, sea Hawaiian girl
Nalani Calm heavens Hawaiian girl
Noelani Heavenly mist Hawaiian girl
Ahulani Royal messenger Hawaiian boy
Akoni Priceless, praiseworthy Hawaiian boy
Alika Defender of men Hawaiian boy
Analu From heaven Hawaiian boy
Hoku Star Hawaiian boy
Ikaia Strong Hawaiian boy
Kahanu The mist Hawaiian boy
Kaleo Voice, sound Hawaiian boy
Kamuela He who is of God Hawaiian boy
Kane Man, god of creation Hawaiian boy
Kanoa The free one Hawaiian boy
Keahi The fire Hawaiian boy
Kealoha The beloved Hawaiian boy
Keanu Cool breeze over the mountains Hawaiian boy
Kilikina Follower of Christ Hawaiian boy
Lanakila Victory Hawaiian boy
Lokelani Little rose Hawaiian boy
Maleko Warlike Hawaiian boy
Moku Island Hawaiian boy
Nalu Wave Hawaiian boy
Peleke Peaceful ruler Hawaiian boy
Akela Noble, grace Hawaiian girl
Alana Awakening, offering Hawaiian girl
Anela Angel Hawaiian girl
Haunani Beautiful snow Hawaiian girl
Kailani Sea and sky Hawaiian girl
Kainoa The namesake Hawaiian girl
Kalani The heavens, royal Hawaiian girl
Kaipo Sweetheart Hawaiian girl
Kamalani Heavenly child Hawaiian girl
Kapua The flower Hawaiian girl
Kawai The water Hawaiian girl
Maile Vine, beloved Hawaiian girl
Meilani Heavenly flower Hawaiian girl
Miliani Soft caress Hawaiian girl
Nohea Lovely, beautiful Hawaiian girl
Ohe Bamboo Hawaiian girl
Pua Flower Hawaiian girl
Ulani Cheerful, heaven sent Hawaiian girl

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Hawaiian baby names FAQ

What are popular Hawaiian baby boy names?

Popular Hawaiian boy names include Kai, Akamu, Ikaika, Kana. There are 29 Hawaiian boy names in our collection, each with its meaning and origin shown in the table below.

What are popular Hawaiian baby girl names?

Popular Hawaiian girl names include Alani, Hailey, Kai, Kalea. You will find 29 Hawaiian girl names in the list below, sorted by popularity with meanings included.

What does Hawaiian origin mean in baby names?

Hawaiian names are soft, musical and tied to the land and sea — names like Kai, Leilani, Nalu and Koa carry island warmth and natural grace.