Hawaiian Origin Names
Browse Hawaiian origin names across female and male groups.
Female Names
View full pageKiana
The name "Kiana" has roots in both Hawaiian and Persian cultures.
Meilani
Meilani is a modern name of Polynesian origin, particularly Hawaiian, where it combines elements meaning 'heavenly flower' or 'may flower.' The first syllable 'Mei' derives from '...
Leilany
Leilany is a modern compound name blending elements from Hawaiian and Arabic linguistic traditions.
Maliah
The name Maliah has its roots in the Hawaiian language and is believed to mean "calm" or "serene." It is derived from the Hawaiian word "malie," which carries the connotation of t...
Leylani
Leylani appears to be a modern coinage blending Hawaiian linguistic elements, where 'lei' refers to a garland or wreath of flowers, symbolizing beauty, affection, and celebration,...
Kalea
Kalea derives primarily from Hawaiian, where it means 'joy' or 'happiness,' reflecting the language's emphasis on positive natural and emotional qualities.
Lailani
Lailani is a compound name in Hawaiian, where 'laila' means 'there' or 'over there,' often carrying connotations of place or direction, and 'ni' functions as a nominalizer or ende...
Laniyah
Laniyah is a modern name that appears to derive from Hawaiian linguistic roots, where 'lani' carries the core meaning of 'sky' or 'heaven,' often evoking qualities of loftiness, b...
Khelani
Khelani appears to derive from modern creative naming trends, potentially blending elements suggestive of Hawaiian or Polynesian linguistic patterns with invented flair.
Naylani
Naylani appears to be a modern creative name, likely blending elements from Polynesian or Hawaiian linguistic traditions where 'nā' can denote plurality or emphasis, and 'lani' ca...
Maylani
Maylani appears to derive from Polynesian linguistic roots, where 'mai' often conveys notions of 'from' or 'toward,' and 'lani' carries meanings of 'sky,' 'heaven,' or 'royal.' Th...
Kalena
Kalena primarily derives from Hawaiian roots, where it functions as a variant of Kalena or Kalena, carrying the meaning 'the heaven' or 'heavenly,' reflecting a poetic blend of 'k...
Male Names
View full pageMakoa
Makoa derives from the Hawaiian language, where it carries the primary meaning of 'bold,' 'fearless,' or 'warrior,' reflecting qualities of courage and strength in traditional Pol...
Kainalu
Kainalu is a Hawaiian name composed of two elements: 'kai,' meaning 'sea' or 'ocean,' and 'nalu,' meaning 'wave' or 'surf.' Thus, it translates directly to 'sea wave' or 'ocean wa...
Kaio
Kaio derives primarily from Hawaiian roots, where 'kai' signifies 'sea' or 'ocean,' a central element in Polynesian cosmology and daily life, evoking vastness and fluidity.
Aeko
Aeko is a modern coinage with limited etymological documentation, often interpreted as evoking strength or uniqueness through its phonetic structure.
Aukai
Aukai derives from the Hawaiian language, where 'au' refers to currents or waves, and 'kai' means sea or ocean, yielding a literal translation of 'sea explorer' or 'navigator.' Th...
Haaheo
Haaheo appears to derive from Hawaiian linguistic roots, where 'haa' often conveys breath, wind, or a gentle exhalation, and 'heo' relates to movement, glow, or a sense of radiant...
Haweo
Haweo appears to derive from Hawaiian linguistic roots, where 'haweo' can evoke concepts tied to traditional practices or natural elements, potentially linking to terms denoting a...
Iakona
Iakona is a Hawaiian adaptation of the Hebrew name Yohanan, which breaks down into 'Yo' (Yahweh or God) and 'hanan' (to be gracious or merciful), yielding the core meaning 'God is...
Kahanuola
Kahanuola is a Hawaiian name composed of elemental words in the Hawaiian language, where 'Kaha' refers to a line, mark, or stripe, often evoking drawings, tattoos, or natural mark...
Kahekili
Kahekili breaks down into Hawaiian components 'ka' (the definite article), 'he' (a particle often indicating breath or sound), and 'kili' (referring to thunder or reverberation),...
Kahleo
Kahleo appears to derive from Hawaiian linguistic roots, where 'Kaleo' carries the meaning 'the voice' or 'sound,' composed of 'ka' (the definite article) and 'leo' (voice, sound,...
Kaileo
Kaileo appears to derive from Hawaiian linguistic roots, where 'Kai' signifies 'sea' or 'ocean,' a core element in Polynesian nomenclature reflecting natural forces and environmen...