Hawaiian Names | Nameberry
Hawaiian names are becoming more widely used in the US in recent years, especially for girls. Names that end in -lani are particularly popular, thanks to the resurgence of the name Leilani. It’s even inspired parents to create pseudo-Hawaiian names for their daughters, such as Jenni "JWOWW" Farley did for her daughter Meilani.
As the world gets smaller, parents in the mainland US and beyond become more familiar with Hawaiian names. Two important influences: the presidency of Barack Obama, who was born and raised in Hawaii and whose oldest daughter Malia bore a Hawaiian name, and the Disney animated film Moana.
Along with Leilani and Malia, other Hawaiian girl names in the US Top 1000 include Kehlani, Alani, Kailani, Kaia, and Nalani. Hawaiian boy names in the US Top 1000 include Koa, Kai, and Keanu.
Hawaiian girl names that are uniquely popular in Hawaii itself include Kalea, Makena, and Mahina, Popular Hawaiian boy names in their native state include Kaimana and Nakoa. Hawaiian names are known for their rhythmicity, significant meanings, and evocative beauty. If you're looking for a Hawaiian baby name, consider these choices for both girls and boys, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.
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