A lively but melodic name of Hawaiian origin, Liko'ula was recently chosen by former MMA fighter and actress Ronda Rousey and her husband Travis Browne. The name possibly combines liko meaning "bud or newly opened leaf" with 'ula meaning "red".

Evocative of hulas, leis, and luaus.

Unisex Hawaiian choice that's ranked in Hawaii (for boys) since the 1970s.

While Maui was a male trickster god in Polynesian mythology, the well-known Hawaiian place name Maui can work for either gender.

Keawe was the name of several Hawaiian chiefs and may be used as an epithet to symbolise powerful lineage. It appeared frequently in 19th century Hawaiian records as a given name and a surname, while more recently, it has only been given to a small handful of boys each year across the US.

An intruiging and rare Hawaiian "-lani" name to add to the books if you are looking for an alternative to trendy Leilani and Kehlani.

The name Auliʻi entered the mainland American eye through the Hawaiian actress Auliʻi Cravalho who voiced the featured Disney Princess in the film Moana. 'Auli'i is another legitimate spelling of this beautiful name.

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 has significance, and the melodic quality of names reflects the flowing nature of the Hawaiian language. Though relatively uncommon even in Hawaii, Iekika represents the beautiful tradition of Hawaiian names that has gained appreciation beyond the islands. The name's exotic quality and vowel-rich composition give it a distinctive sound that stands out in multicultural environments. Hawaiian names like Iekika have seen increased interest as parents seek names with cultural depth and unique sounds. For those with Hawaiian heritage or connections to Polynesian culture, Iekika offers an authentic name choice that honors indigenous naming traditions while being melodically appealing.

Evocative of the lush islands, Hawaii is a place name that will transport you — at least in spirit.

Elenola is a distinctive feminine name with likely roots in variations of Helen or Eleanor. The addition of the '-ola' suffix creates a melodic quality that distinguishes it from more common alternatives. While relatively rare, Elenola carries an elegant, vintage charm. The name may be considered a creative combination of elements from Elena and traditional feminine diminutive endings. Though not widely used in mainstream culture, Elenola might appeal to parents seeking a unique name with a classic feel and pleasant phonetics. Its rarity means a child named Elenola would likely have a distinctive identity without difficult pronunciation challenges.

An unusual Hawaiianization of the fashionable erstwhile "grandma name" Flora, Polala is one of those unique baby names with crossover potential.

The Hawaiian version of ultra-classic Adam could make a cool choice for parents seeking something that feels fresh but still has roots in tradition. It also means "to blush" in Japanese.

This Hawaiian name breathes new (warm) life into the traditional Cecilia and offers the added attraction of the spunky "Kiki" as an obvious nickname option.

Overly teasable.

One of the many Hawaiian versions of biblical names to come out of King Kamehamaha IV's 1860 edict requiring his citizens to adopt Western-style names.

This lovely Hawaiian name can also be spelled Keali'i.

A close relative of the very popular Leilani, with just a hint of Lulu.

An intruiging and rare Hawaiian "-lani" name to add to the books if you are looking for an alternative to trendy Leilani and Kehlani.

Girl names ending in -lani are invented every year — Ehlani is among the latest pseudo-Hawaiian inventions.