Hawaiian Names for Girls

Maili

Chinese, Scandinavian, Hawaiian

"beautiful; beloved, bitter, drop of the sea; pebbly"

Sweet and pleasant, Maili is one of those names which looks simple but does in fact have a wide range of origins, ranging from Scandinavian to Chinese. From its Chinese roots, Maili may be used as an…

Pualena

Hawaiian

"flower, blossom; yellow plumeria flower"

A melodic sounding Hawaiian name, associated with a song recently recorded by Hawaiian musician Josh Tatofi, and with yellow plumeria flowers. It was given to 13 girls in the US in a recent year.

Uilani

Hawaiian

"heavenly beauty"

This lovely and lilting Hawaiian name is among our favorite girl names beginning with U and could make a rare alternative to the likes of Kalani or Leilani. Notably borne by model Uilani Owens, it…

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)…

Alika

Hawaiian; Swahili

"truthful; most beautiful"

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

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…

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…

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…

Kalake

Kalake is an uncommon feminine name with a melodic quality. It may have origins in various cultures, potentially drawing from Pacific Islander or African naming traditions, though its specific…

Hariata

Hawaiian variation of Harriet

A feminissima version of a super-serious name.

Huali

Hawaiian

"bright, polished, gleaming, unsullied"

Evocative of hulas, leis, and luaus.

Inoa

Hawaiian

"name chant"

Inoa is an evocative choice from the South Seas.

Iekika

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…

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…

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…

Lilieana

Lilieana is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of Lily or Liliana, both derived from the Latin word 'lilium' for the lily flower. This ornate variation incorporates the natural…

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.

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"…

Oliwa

Oliwa is a feminine name with Polish origins, derived from the Latin word "oliva" meaning "olive tree." In Polish culture, the name has connections to both nature and peace, as olive branches…