The most popular Hawaiian girls' names
In this article you will find a extensive list of Hawaiian female baby names. It ranges from traditional Hawaiian girls' names to modern Hawaiian girls' names up to gender-neutral, unisex, Hawaiian first names and the most popular Hawaiian first names for girls of the last 100 years.
Hawaiian girls' names - you had me at aloha
Hawaii, that one island state where the clichés are present, the beaches are long, the feet are sandy and the surfboards are plentiful. Although many believe that the archipelago is constantly in vacation mode and the only thing that counts is sunshine, many people know Hawaii actually has more diversity, cultural significance and depth than the internet suggests. So one thing is certain: the fiftieth state in the USA is making big waves. And these waves not only carry surfers, but are deeply rooted in the wisdom of their ancestors and are adopted by all Hawaiians today - either with or without a hula skirt.
Pizza Hawaii as an example of this deep cultural meaning? Eat again. Hawaiians may know their way around pots and pans, but the "aloha" culture is particularly evident in the naming. The Hawaiian girls' names are not just letters put together, but pure poetry - with a deep connection to nature, family ancestry and spiritual beliefs.
Traditional Hawaiian girls' names
With only five vowels and eight consonants, the Hawaiian alphabet seems to lack the foundation for a wide range of names. However, nothing could be further from the truth, as Hawaiian girls' names are actually full of depth and melody - not least because of their meanings. Take a look at the below list of some traditional Hawaiian girls' names below.
| Name | Bedeutung |
|---|---|
| Anela | Engel |
| Kaʻala | Die Freie |
| Kaimana | Kraft des Meeres |
| Kehlani | Himmlische Klarheit |
| Lani | Himmel |
| Leilani | Himmlische Blume |
| Mahina | Mond |
| Moana | Ozean |
| Nalani | Die Himmel |
| Noelani | Himmlische Nebel |
These traditional Hawaiian girls' names sound light as a breeze and deep as the ocean, just like the archipelago itself. If that doesn't give you the inspiration you need for your own little girl or your next vacation, then we don't know what will.
Modern Hawaiian girl names
Speaking of a breeze: Many of today's Hawaiian parents are opting for a classic girls' names with a fresh twist - to combine tradition and trend. The following are examples of modern Hawaiian girls' names and their meanings are listed below.
| Name | Bedeutung |
|---|---|
| Alana | Erwachen oder Angebot |
| Halia | Erinnerung oder liebevolle Erinnerung |
| Iolana | Aufsteigen zu den Himmeln |
| Kailani | Meer und Himmel |
| Kailea | Freude des Meeres |
| Kainani | Schönheit des Meeres |
| Kailani | Himmlisches Meer |
| Keala | Der Weg oder Der Pfad |
| Leina | Leidenschaft oder Sprungplatz |
| Mele | Lied oder Gesang |
| Nohea | Hübsch oder Schön |
| Olina | Freude |
| Pualani | Himmelsblume |
| Ululani | Inspiration des Himmels |
Whether on the playground or riding the waves, these modern Hawaiian girls' names show that old and new are like pineapple juice and coconut water: Better together.
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Gender-neutral Hawaiian first names
If there is one place on our planet where meaning plays a major role, it is Hawaii. The first names are therefore chosen according to their respective definitions and not explicitly according to gender. This means that many names are suitable for female, male, unisex and non-binary people. In the following list you will find some gender-neutral Hawaiian names.
| Name | Bedeutung |
|---|---|
| Ailani | Hoher Häuptling |
| Kai | Meer oder Ozean |
| Kalani | Der Himmel oder himmlisch |
| Keanu | Die kühle Brise |
| Koa | Krieger |
| Leilani | Himmlische Blume |
| Makana | Geschenk |
| Mālama | Pflege oder Schutz |
| Nalani | Der Himmel |
| Noelani | Himmelsnebel |
Be it progressive, be it practical, the people of Hawaii are definitely making the most of their alphabet. Because at the end of the day, a beautiful sound and a special message are all you need, right?
Most popular Hawaiian girls' names of the last 100 years
Have you ever wondered what comes out of a century on 137 islands with an area of 28,311 square kilometers? Well, consider the following list of the most popular Hawaiian girls' names of the last 100 years.
| Name | Bedeutung |
|---|---|
| Ailani | Hoher Häuptling |
| Alana | Erwachen |
| Anela | Engel |
| Halia | Erinnerung |
| Iolana | Himmelsvogel |
| Kaia | Meer oder Ozean |
| Kailani | Himmlisches Meer oder Meereshimmel |
| Kalea | Klar |
| Kehlani | Meer und Himmel |
| Keona | Gottes Geschenk |
| Kiana | Göttlich, abgeleitet von Diana |
| Lani | Himmel oder himmlisch |
| Leilani | Himmlische Blume |
| Malia | Ruhig oder friedlich, abgeleitet von Maria |
| Moana | Ozean |
| Nalani | Der Himmel |
| Noelani | Himmelsnebel |
| Olina | Freude |
| Malea | Blume |
I'm packing my bag and taking with me... Well, for a trip down memory lane in Hawaii, you need to leave plenty of room for nature, tradition and history. Also, don't forget your sunglasses so you can keep track of all these popular Hawaiian girls' names.
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Our top 100 Hawaiian girls' and women's names and their meanings
If you haven't liked any of our Hawaiian girls' and women's names so far, we have 100 more feminine Hawaiian baby names and their meanings for you.
| Name | Bedeutung |
|---|---|
| Ailani | Hoher Häuptling |
| Akela | Edle |
| Alana | Erwachen |
| Aloha | Liebe, Mitgefühl |
| Anuhea | Kühler, süßer Duft |
| Aolani | Himmlische Wolke |
| Apikalia | Abigail |
| Aukai | Seefahrer |
| Elikapeka | Elisabeth |
| Halia | In Erinnerung an einen geliebten Menschen |
| Haukea | Weißer Schnee |
| Healani | Himmlischer Nebel |
| Hina | Mondgöttin |
| Hokulani | Himmlischer Stern |
| Iolana | Zu fliegen wie ein Falke |
| Kai | Meer |
| Kailani | Himmlisches Meer |
| Kalani | Die Himmlische |
| Kalena | Die Reine |
| Kamaile | Geliebtes Kind |
| Kamea | Die Eine |
| Kana | Die Dunkle |
| Kanani | Die Schöne |
| Kapua | Die Blume |
| Kaulana | Berühmt |
| Kawena | Die Rosige |
| Kealoha | Die Geliebte |
| Keanu | Kühle Brise |
| Keiki | Kind |
| Keilani | Himmlische Blume |
| Kekepania | Stephanie |
| Kelena | Die Reine |
| Kiana | Göttlich |
| Kiele | Gardenie |
| Kina | China |
| Kona | Dame |
| Lahaina | Grausame Sonne |
| Lani | Himmel |
| Lanikai | Himmlisches Meer |
| Leilani | Himmlische Blume |
| Lilinoe | Feiner Nebel |
| Lilo | Großzügig |
| Lokelani | Kleine Rose |
| Luana | Zufrieden, glücklich |
| Mahina | Mond |
| Maile | Duftende Pflanze |
| Makana | Geschenk |
| Malia | Maria |
| Malina | Beruhigend |
| Manu | Vogel |
| Mehana | Wärme |
| Mele | Lied |
| Melia | Honig |
| Moana | Ozean |
| Nalani | Die Himmel |
| Nani | Schön |
| Noelani | Himmlischer Nebel |
| Nohea | Reizend |
| Nui | Groß, wichtig |
| Oliana | Oleander |
| Olina | Freudvoll |
| Pua | Blume |
| Puanani | Schöne Blume |
| Pualani | Himmlische Blume |
| Puamana | Duftende Bergblume |
| Roselani | Himmlische Rose |
| Ululani | Himmlische Inspiration |
| Waiola | Wasser des Lebens |
| Wailana | Ruhiges Wasser |
| Akoni | Unschätzbar |
| Alika | Beschützerin |
| Auli'i | Zierlich, fein |
| Emalia | Emily |
| Haunani | Schöner Schnee |
| Hiwalani | Himmlischer Stern |
| Iwalani | Himmlischer Reiher |
| Kahula | Die Tanzende |
| Kaili | Zart |
| Kaimana | Kraft des Meeres |
| Kalama | Die Fackel |
| Kawailani | Himmlisches Wasser |
| Keala | Der Weg |
| Keani | Sanfter Wind |
| Kei | Geliebtes Kind |
| Kini | Viele |
| Laka | Zahm |
| Lana | Ruhig wie stilles Wasser |
| Lehua | Rote Blüte des Ohia-Baumes |
| Liko | Knospe |
| Lola | Königin |
| Mahealani | Vollmondnacht |
| Makanani | Schöne Augen |
| Malu | Ruhe, Frieden |
| Inoa | Keine Bedeutung bekannt |
These names often reflect the nature, culture and spirituality of Hawaii and often have beautiful, meaningful translations.
Conclusion on Hawaiian girls' names
Hawaiian girls' names are like the colorful wreath of flowers ("lei" in Hawaiian) you receive as a greeting, embodying the culture of the archipelago: hospitality, acceptance and compassion. Whether the girls' names are a blessing or a tribute to Mother Nature, they are as melodic in sound as the exotic birds of Hawaii.
One of the many clichés about Hawaii is that its inhabitants are constantly in 'vacation mode'. But like every country and state, Hawaii is rapidly evolving, and we at Lottili are excited to see what name changes will find their way to the coast.
