211 Sunny Hawaiian Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Exploring Hawaiian baby girl names reveals a beautiful mix of language and deep meaning, creating a captivating world. Hawaii is known for its tropical climate, serene beauty, city culture, and numerous beaches, making it a great vacation spot. When it comes to Hawaiian names, they are no less as they are connected with nature, beauty, and adventure. Most baby names are derived from the Hawaiian language, which attracts attention. They also believed their names gave the baby a natural and cool vibe. Such names find popularity not just within Hawaiian households but also resonate with residents of Hawaii and across the United States mainland, captivating native and non-native Hawaiians.

Every child received a newly crafted name in ancient Hawaii, carefully imbued with significance. Names could surface through dreams or visions. While family-inspired names were considered, they weren't duplicated. Given Hawaii's hierarchical structure, names had to align with social status and family deities. Titles like Kealiʻi- (meaning 'chief') or ending in -lani (meaning 'sky' or 'heaven') were reserved for chiefs. The lowest class, kauwā (slaves), could only adopt uncomplicated names tied to nature.

Significant events during birth often shape names. For instance, Queen Liliʻuokalani's name, which translates to 'scorching pain of the heaven,' reflects an episode where her great-aunt Kīnaʻu suffered an eye ailment (1). Names, from formal to informal, could be numerous and would change if believed to bring harm. When illness struck a child, dark magic was sometimes suspected. Parents might switch to off-putting names like Pupuka ('ugly') or Kūkae ('excrement') to safeguard the child. Some of the most popular and beautiful names are Ailani (high chief), Kai (sea), Keanu (cool breeze), and Leia (child of heaven). We bring you many more cool Hawaiian baby girl names and their meanings that can inspire you.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Olivia		Girl	Peace; Olive tree
Kehlani		Girl	Sea and sky; The heavens
Alani		Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Orange tree or orange fruit; Peaceful; Fragrant
Alana		Girl	Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child
Kailani		Girl	Sea; Sky; Heaven; The royal one
Kaylani		Girl	Ocean and sky
Leia		Girl	Weary; Heavenly child
Malani		Girl	She who is from the sky; Garland
Alanna		Girl	Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child
Nalani		Girl	Serenity of the skies; Calm skies; The heavens; Royal
Aliana		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Sun; Most Holy; Noble and gracious
Keilani		Girl	Heaven; Sky; Glorious chief; Royal one
Kiana		Girl	Ancient; Divine; Goddesslike; Essence
Kahlani		Unisex	Sea; Sky
Meilani		Girl	Heavenly flower; Dark; Heavenly May
Alannah		Girl	Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child
Lailani		Girl	Heavenly flowers; Heavenly garland of flowers; Royal child
Kaleah		Girl	Joy; Happiness
Aylani		Unisex	Chief; Orange tree
Maleni		Unisex	Dark; Black; Sky; Heaven
Khalani		Unisex	Sea and sky; Earth
Leylani		Unisex	Heavenly flowers; Royal child
Kianna		Girl	Ancient; Divine; Goddesslike; Essence
Jaylani		Unisex	Sea; Ocean; Heaven
Kalea		Girl	Joy; Happiness
Noelani		Girl	Heavenly mist
Naylani		Girl	The heavens; The Chiefs;
Luana		Girl	Lion; Happiness
Kaliah		Unisex	Beloved
Anylah		Unisex	Air; Wind; Heavenly messenger; Angel
Naia		Girl	Wave; Sea foam; Aspiration; Wish; Desire; Dolphin; To flow
Kaelani		Unisex	Sea and sky; Majestic
Ailany		Unisex	Chief
Kamaya		Girl	Precious one
Kahlia		Girl	Desire; Flowers
Maylani		Unisex	Heavenly flower
Kayloni		Girl	Ocean sky
Lulu		Girl	Pearl; Famous warrior; Light; Precious; Peaceful
Kalena		Girl	Pure; Flower
Maelani		Girl	Heavenly; Dark; Black
Moana		Girl	Ocean; Vast expanse of water
Kalayah		Unisex	Lost; Joy; Happiness; Field pea
Calia		Unisex	The flower wreath; Beloved; Very beautiful
Kaloni		Girl	Sky; The royal one
Ohana		Girl	Family
Alanie		Unisex	Graceful; Orange tree
Leiana		Girl	To bind; Climbing vine; Soft; Tender; Delicate; Wreath
Malea		Girl	Flower; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Aulani		Girl	King's messenger; Messenger of a chief; Royal messenger
Lelani		Girl	Heavenly flowers; Royal child
Jaylanie		Unisex	Victory; Heaven; Sky; Royalty
Alaynah		Girl	Little female bear; Wisdom; Knowledge; Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child; Light
Kyleah		Unisex	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Happiness
Ailana		Girl	Halo; Moonlight; Loving
Aliannah		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Sun; Most holy
Aolani		Girl	Cloud; Heaven; Sky
Maile		Girl	A vine or a shrub
Mylani		Girl	My heaven; Gentle caress
Anuhea		Unisex	Cool or soft fragrance
Maylie		Unisex	Gracious; Dear; Soldier; Wildflower
Miliani		Girl	Gentle caress
Male		Boy	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Meliah		Girl	Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Maleyah		Girl	Love; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Sea of bitterness
Kaylanie		Unisex	Sea; Heaven
Luanna		Girl	Happiness; Famous warrior; Grace
Malana		Girl	Light; Buoyant
Alliana		Girl	Torch; Moon; Sun; Most holy
Malu		Girl	One who brings peace
Kaileah		Girl	Joy; Pleasure; Sea of joy
Mea		Girl	Mine; Red; To bud; To sprout; Love; Tower on the north wall of Jerusalem
Keilana		Girl	Glory; Calmness
Kiona		Girl	Attractive; Of Zeus; Soul crusher
Lanna		Girl	Mountain mist; Graceful; Elegant; Precious; Awakening
Liona		Girl	Lion; My strength
Lanai		Girl	Porch; Open-sided veranda; Orchid love
Lilinoe		Girl	Fine mist
Olina		Girl	Ancestor's descendant; Blessed; Sacred; Joy
Mailee		Girl	Apricot; Beautiful dawn; Clearing; Vine
Laylanie		Girl	Heavenly flower or garland; Royal child
Nalanie		Girl	The calm sky
Kahlea		Girl	Bright; Joy
Keonna		Girl	Divine; God's gracious gift
Kaela		Girl	Citadel; Laurel crown; Joyful
Kina		Girl	Pure; Follower of Christ; Henna; Princess; Noblewoman
Lanay		Unisex	Porch; Veranda
Luann		Girl	Happiness; Famous warrior; Grace
Nohealani		Girl	Prettiest woman from paradise
Meliyah		Girl	Vigorous; Brave; Plumeria
Kailany		Unisex	Sea and sky; Ocean and heaven
Kahealani		Girl	The call of heaven, The heavenly mist
Kylani		Unisex	Heaven; Sky; Ocean; Sea
Keyonna		Boy	Like silk; Attractive
Liliani		Girl	Heavenly flowers; Royal child
Alika		Girl	Defender or helper of the people; Most beautiful
Lalani		Unisex	Royal child of heaven; Heavenly lei
Leani		Unisex	To incline; Soft; Laziness; To continue; Royal child; Heavenly garland of flowers
Luanne		Girl	Happiness; Famous warrior; Grace
Aanika		Girl	Graceful; Army; Favor
Maaliyah		Boy	Of the sea; Bitter; Beloved

Infographic: Soulful Hawaiian Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Hawaiian girl names hold a relaxed and rejuvenating vibe. They originate from the rich Hawaiian language, which is deeply tied to cultural milestones. As parents seek the perfect name, Hawaiian choices offer an assorted and enthralling array. The infographic below showcases various Hawaiian baby names with their significant meanings.

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