284 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.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Makelina		Girl	From Magdelene
Makia		Unisex	Purposeful; Focused
Malana		Girl	Light; Buoyant
Malani		Girl	She who is from the sky
Malea		Girl	Hawaiian name describing something that is possible; Probable
Maliana		Girl	She who is beautiful
Malina		Girl	Soothing
Mallu		Girl	One who exudes peacefulness
Malu		Girl	One who brings peace
Mana		Unisex	One who is full of spirit
Maneha		Unisex	Wise; Intelligent
Manoa		Unisex	Place of peace and tranquility
Maylani		Unisex	Heavenly flower
Maylee		Girl	She who resembles a wild flower
Meka		Girl	Eyes
Milani		Girl	A soft and gentle affectionate touch
Miliani		Girl	Gentle caress
Mililani		Unisex	A gentle touch from the heaven
Millian		Girl	Strong; Determined
Moana		Girl	Ocean
Moanna		Girl	Ocean; A variant form of Moana
Monay		Unisex	Descendant of the protector
Mumu		Unisex	Dream
Nakea		Unisex	Pure; Genuine; Full of life
Nakoa		Unisex	Warrior, brave, powerful
Nalani		Girl	Calm skies; Serenity of the heavens
Nalanie		Girl	The calm sky
Nalea		Unisex	Flower-like; Delicate
Nalu		Unisex	Wave; Surf
Nana		Unisex	The name of a Spring month; Fresh or green vegetables; The status of a monarch.
Nanea		Girl	Land of heaven
Nani		Unisex	Beauty; Glory; Grace
Napua		Girl	Resembles flowers
Naveya		Girl	Beautiful; Heavenly; Angelic
Navie		Unisex	Daring; Adventurous; Bold
Naylani		Girl	Heavenly; Lovely one
Neeko		Unisex	Vibrant; Unique; Free-spirited
Neilani		Unisex	Beautiful spirit of the sky
Neyah		Unisex	Unique; Beautiful; Brave
Nihana		Unisex	Bright; Morning; Beauty queen
Noelani		Girl	Fog from paradise
Nohea		Unisex	Lovely; Handsome
Nohealani		Girl	Prettiest woman from paradise
Ohana		Girl	Family
Ohanna		Girl	Man of exceptional courage, nobility, and strength
Okelani		Girl	Pleasant blue sky
Olana		Unisex	Joyful or cheerful
Oliana		Girl	Ornamental and poisonous shrub
Olina		Girl	Happiness; Delightful; Blissful; Cheerful
Oline		Girl	Joyful; Jovial; Merry; Jolly
Palapala		Girl	Foreign Women; Hawaiian variant of Barbara
Palila		Girl	A rare and small bird
Pazhani		Unisex	A free and independent being
Pele		Girl	From the volcano
Pilialoha		Girl	Beloved; Loving
Pua		Unisex	Flower
Pualani		Girl	Heavenly flower; Royal offspring; Flower; Offspring
Puanani		Unisex	Beautiful flower
Puna		Unisex	A water spring
Pupu		Unisex	A term for appetizers or snacks
Rhaine		Unisex	Graceful; Serene; Ethereal
Rira		Unisex	River; Flowing river
Saia		Unisex	God is salvation; Sea; Ocean; Cassia tree
Saila		Unisex	Peaceful, serene, calming
Shalia		Unisex	Graceful; Compassionate; Serene
Shaliah		Unisex	Messenger; God's representative
Sherlene		Girl	Loving and charismatic
Shylin		Unisex	Unique; Mysterious; Enchanting
Taea		Girl	To be faced with great challenges or adversity
Tahiri		Unisex	Pure, virtuous, radiant soul
Talei		Unisex	Radiant, charming, joyous
Tangi		Unisex	To cry with great sadness
Tava		Unisex	Star or one who shines brightly
Tei		Unisex	Shine; Gift from God
Tihani		Girl	Beloved or one who is cherished
Tiki		Unisex	Exotic, playful, Polynesian
Ulani		Unisex	Cheerful; heavenly; Heavenly sunshine
Yancy		Unisex	Strong, adventurous, determined
Yanelie		Unisex	God is gracious
Yarina		Girl	Strong; Virtuous; Leader
Zailah		Unisex	Exalted, independent, confident
Zariah		Girl	Shining; Radiance
Zariyah		Girl	Blooming flower
Zienna		Unisex	Unique; Graceful; Divine

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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