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    She's Your Friend » Baby Tips » Baby Names

    23 Hawaiian Baby Name Ideas (and their meanings)

    by Joanna Stephens Published: Apr 25, 2023 · Updated: Apr 25, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links. We earn commission from purchases made. ·

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    a boy holding a ukulele sitting on the sand with text overlay that reads twenty-three Hawaiian baby names

    Are you looking to honor your Hawaiian culture with a traditional baby name for your little one? Here's some great ideas to help you choose the right first or middle name!

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    • Hawaiian Baby boy names
    • Hawaiian Girl Names
    • Gender neutral names
    • Baby Name FAQ

    Hawaiian Baby boy names

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    1. Noa

    Noa is a version of Noah which means free. This is a handsome name you could use as a middle name or even a first name.

    2.Kai

    One of the more popular Hawaiian names is Kai meaning sea. With three letters, it's easy to spell and a good traditional name.

    3. Kekoa

    Kekoa means brave and comes from the Hawaiian word for warrior. A nickname idea could be Koa for short.

    4. Ikaika

    Hawaiian for strength, this baby name is another excellent choice.

    5. Ailani

    Ailani means chief or leader. This could prove to be quite the powerful baby boy name for your son.

    6. Koa

    Koa means warrior and would be a strong baby name idea to use in his first or middle name.

    7. Keone

    Keone comes from the Hawaiian word for sand. This is another great traditional name.

    8. Lono

    Inspired by the ancient Hawaiian God Lono, this name holds great meaning.

    9. Ku

    Inspired by the Hawaiian God of war, Ku is a unique name for your son.

    10. Kane

    Kane was the Hawaiian God of forests, and is another great choice as a first or middle name.

    11. Maui

    Maui was a demi God who has become more well known after the popular movie Moana was released.

    Hawaiian Girl Names

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    12.Leilani

    Leilani means child of heaven. A nickname for her could be Lani or even Lei.

    13. Kaimana

    Kaimana means power of the sea. A name perfect for your little girl!

    14. Alamea

    Alamea means precious. This could work as a beautiful first or middle name for your daughter.

    15. Lani

    Lani means heaven. This shorter name is very popular and with good reason!

    Related: Four letter girl names

    16. Kalea

    Kalea means happiness. Something we as parents all want for our little ones, this is an excellent baby name idea!

    17. Pua

    Pua means flower. This three letter name would be perfect as a middle name for your sweetie!

    18. Pele

    Inspired by the goddess of fire. This would be a powerful name for your baby girl!

    19. Moana

    Moana means ocean. This beautiful name is truly a great choice with nickname ideas like Mo or Ana.

    Gender neutral names

    20. Kawai

    Kawai means the water. This could make a great first or middle name for your son or daughter.

    21. Kamea

    Kamea means precious one. A special name for your sweet baby to be!

    22. Keilani

    Keilani means glorious chief. This traditional baby name is another great choice for honoring your Hawaiian culture.

    23. Makana

    Makana means gift, and what better name for your sweet little one.

    Baby Name FAQ

    What Hawaiian name means gift from God?

    Makana means gift from God and is a great gender neutral baby name.

    What Hawaiian name means ocean?

    Moana means ocean and was made even more popular by the animated Disney movie.

    What is a cool Hawaiian name?

    Leilani, Noa, and Pele are all really cool baby name ideas with origins in Hawaii.

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