Updated November 2023
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Hawaiian
"soaring like a hawk"
Iolana is a hip-swaying, melodic, and unusual choice. Similar Hawaiian bird-themed choice: Iolani.
"praised"
Kaena is a pleasant sounding unisex Hawaiian place name, the westernmost point of the island of Oahu. In the computer-generated fantasy movie Kaena: The Prophecy , the character of Kaena is voiced by…
Emalia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Amalia, which derives from Germanic roots meaning 'work' or 'labor,' suggesting industriousness and diligence.…
"hawk of royalty"
Iolani feels quintessentially Hawaiian, a stylish origin for baby names these days thanks to Malia, the Hawaiian name of the Obamas' older daughter. The initial I is pronounced with a long e sound,…
Wilikinia is an uncommon feminine name that appears to have Polynesian or possibly Hawaiian influences, though it may also be a creative variant of Wilhelmina. In Polynesian naming traditions, it…
Aleka is a feminine name with Greek roots, derived from Alexandra or Alexia, which ultimately come from the Greek "alexein" meaning "to defend" or "to help". As a diminutive form, Aleka carries the…
Hawaiian; Swahili
"truthful; most beautiful"
Alika is a multicultural choice that's far off the beaten track.
Anakela is a feminine name of Hawaiian origin, representing a Hawaiianized version of the name Angela. In Hawaiian naming traditions, many Western names were adapted to fit local pronunciation…
Babara appears to be a variant of the more common name Barbara, possibly arising from a spelling alteration or transliteration from another language. Barbara has Greek origins meaning "foreign woman"…
Edi is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Albanian, it's a short form of names containing the element 'ed' meaning 'wealth' or 'prosperity.' In Hebrew contexts, it may be a diminutive…
Ekika is a rare feminine name with possible roots in various cultures. It may derive from African languages, particularly those in Nigeria or Uganda, though specific meanings vary by region. In some…
Emele is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. It may be considered a variation of Emily, which derives from the Latin "Aemilia," meaning "rival" or "emulating." In Fijian and some…
Ewalina is a feminine name that appears to be a variant of Evelina or Ewelina, which derive from the Germanic name elements 'avi' (desired, wished for) or the French 'aveline' (hazelnut). The name…
Hawaiian variation of Harriet
A feminissima version of a super-serious name.
"night of the full moon"
Like a large proportion of traditional Hawaiian names, Hoku can be used for both girls and boys.
"bright, polished, gleaming, unsullied"
Evocative of hulas, leis, and luaus.
Hawaiian variation of Jason
"healer"
The Hawaiian variant Iakona modernizes Biblical favorite Jason.
Iekika is a feminine name with Hawaiian origins, where names often carry deep cultural meanings related to nature, qualities, or family history. In Hawaiian naming traditions, each syllable typically…
Ikaia is a masculine name with Polynesian origins, particularly connected to Hawaiian naming traditions. In Hawaiian contexts, it may relate to 'kai' meaning 'sea' or 'ocean,' suggesting connections…
"name chant"
Inoa is an evocative choice from the South Seas.