Hawaiian Names

One of the Hawaiian names being discovered by stylish parents, especially Californians.

The Hawaiian word for passionfruit is a new Lili- name possibility, given to five baby girls one recent year. In Hawaii, the fruit name is often written as liliko'i.

Kanoa is a fashionable Hawaiian boy name that resembles Kainoa in sound and style, but not in frequency of use. Kanoa is currently undiscovered, but is definitely a name to watch.

Aloha is more familiar but less namelike than Alohi, a Hawaiian name that means bright and shining. However, with the rise of word names, Aloha might make an undeniably cool and modern choice. Aloha Wonderwell (born Idris Hall) was dubbed "The World's Most Widely Travelled Girl" in the 1920s.

The strong sounds in this energetic Hawaiian name mirror its meaning.

As Makenna, Makenzie, and Makayla lose their spark, Hawaiian Makani feels fresh as ever.

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 name Leilani.

Just one letter separates Alohi from the famous Hawaiian greeting "aloha," but that one letter makes all the difference.

A cutesy Hawaiian name with a pretty meaning.

A beautiful Hawaiian boy's name that feels like the male equivalent to popular Kailani and co.

This beautiful Hawaiian girl's name has a lot of potential to cross over to the mainland as Leilani and similar names enjoy their current spotlight.

Anela is the equivalent of Angela, which means angel. Anela is also one of

A lovely Hawaiian name meaning "you are beautiful" that feels on trend with Leilani, Ailani, and related names.

A unisex name in Hawaii, with great potential for cool nickname Ma(c)k.

Once a common girl name in Hawaii, today Leialoha is virtually unheard of.