Hawaiian Names

Huali

Hawaiian

"bright, polished, gleaming, unsullied"

Evocative of hulas, leis, and luaus.

Kailaia

Variation of Kailea, Kaile'a, or Kaili'a, American, Hawaiian

"joyful sea; calm sea"

With the sharp, bright sounds of Kaia and Alaia, this modern choice might be based on Kailea, an Anglicization of the Hawaiian Kaile'a ("joyful sea") or Kaili'a ("calm sea"). It debuted in the US…

Hariata

Hawaiian variation of Harriet

A feminissima version of a super-serious name.

Klailea

Variation of Clelia or Kalea

"famous; joy, happiness"

A variation of Latin Clelia (from Cloelia) or a form of Hawaiian Kalea, possibly inspired by names like Klay, Kaleah, and Kaylee. It is notably borne by YouTuber and influencer, Klailea (Bennett)…

Ewalina

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…

Emele

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…

Leimomi

Hawaiian

"pearl child"

Leimomi was a common girl name in Hawaii a century ago, so according to the 100-Year Rule, it is due to be refreshed and revived. And what great timing, with the current popularity of the similar…

Ekika

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…

Edi

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…

Babara

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"…

Anakela

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…

Alika

Hawaiian; Swahili

"truthful; most beautiful"

Alika is a multicultural choice that's far off the beaten track.

Ulana

Kyrgyz, Hawaiian, Slavic

"young girl; heavenly, woven; sky father, youthful"

A multicultural option with a familiar yet unusual sound, Ulana may appeal as an alternative to Alana, Una, and Luna, while still offering familiar nicknames Lana or Lani. As a Kyrgyz name, it is a…

Makena'lei

Hawaiian

"flower of heaven"

Helen Hunt chose this lovely name for her daughter.

Aleka

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…

Makala

Hawaiian

"myrtle,"

There are so many variations of this name in circulation, it makes it hard for any of them to feel as special as they might.