When choosing Hawaiian baby boy names, you may be surprised to hear the list is quite long! The Hawaiian tradition is that a baby boy will be given a name at birth by his parents or a family elder. This name will usually have a specific meaning.
Traditional Hawaiian names for boys originate in names that ‘appeared’ in dreams or visions, names passed down from ancestors, names based on personality traits, or names which honor a person or important event. For this reason, Hawaiian male names are often deeply meaningful, and frequently prize strength and power.
Nature is also revered in traditional Hawaiian names, with the mountains, sandy beaches, and rich plant-life all making appearances. Let’s take a look at some examples.
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What are some Hawaiian boy names?
The The stunning landscapes and lush plant life of Hawaii will leave a lasting impression on visitors. If you’d like your baby boy to connect with nature, the following names would be a great fit:
- Ahe (gentle breeze)
- Aolani (heavenly cloud)
- Kaimana (power of the ocean)
- Kainalu (the surf)
- Keola (life)
- Keonaona (sweet fragrance)
- Konane (shining moonlight)
- Makani (the wind)
- Pika (rocks)
- Uluwehi (lush plants).
You can combine many of these to create more meaningful names. The rich history and descriptive language that goes into Hawaiian boys’ names will give you many choices when it comes to naming your little one.
As with many cultures, Hawaiian baby boy names also often give praise to the gods.
- Iokepa This name has origins in Hebrew through St. Joseph, and means ‘God will increase.’
- Kalani Perfect for your little angel, this name literally means ‘of the heavens.’
- Keona A great choice for your baby boy, this name means ‘God’s gracious gift.’
- Malulani Meaning ‘protected by heaven,’ this name is a solid choice and sounds beautiful.
What name is the rarest for a boy?
You may also be searching for a unique name for your baby boy. If you are considering going for a rarer Hawaiian boy’s name, some of the following may appeal to you:
- Kahiau Meaning ‘extremely generous,’ this name would make your baby boy stand out from the crowd.
- Makoa A name that links to strength and power, Makoa means ‘bold man’ and was only given to 12 Hawaiian boys in 2020.
You may also consider some of the more exotic-sounding and mysterious Hawaiian baby boy names, such as Koukakala (mysterious river), Maka’ala (vigilance), or Nahele (woods or forest).
Cool names for boys?
If you are looking for cool Hawaiian boys’ names, without doubt the most popular is Kai. Meaning ‘of the sea,’ this name not only sounds cool, but connects with the stunning coastline of Hawaii. Keanu is another name that may be familiar to movie lovers. Keanu literally means ‘cool mountain breeze’ and is another name which pays tribute to Hawaii’s natural beauty.
Along with paying tribute to nature, Hawaiian names often focus on strength.
What are some strong male names?
These Hawaiian boys’ names signify power, strength, or fearlessness:
- Ailani (high chief/ruler)
- Ikaika (strong)
- Kekoa (brave and courageous)
- Koa (bold warrior)
- Lokela (legendary warrior)
- Makaha (ferocious)
- Nahoa (defiant)
More beautiful Hawaiian names for your baby boy
If you still haven’t made your choice, this list of other Hawaiian male names may help:
- Aalona
- Aheahe
- Akamai
- Akamu
- Akela
- Akoni
- Anankoni
- Aouli
- Bane
- Ekewaka
- Elta
- Etana
- Eusebio
- Haikili
- Hale
- Haleigha
- Hanale
- Hani
- Hanini
- Haulani
- Healani
- Hikialani
- Hilo
- Ioane
- Iokua
- Kaeo
- Kahawai
- Kahikilani
- Kahikina
- Kahiko
- Kaholo
- Kahoni
- Kahula
- Kahuna
- Kaiholo
- Kaila
- Kalino
- Kalon
- Kana
- Kanoa
- Kanuha
- Kanye
- Kaui
- Kawai
- Kawika
- Kawikani
- Kayl
- Keimoni
- Kelani
- Kellii
- Kepakiano
- Kika
- Kilo
- Kimo
- Koi
- Kona
- Konala
- Kualii
- Kukane
- KyeKye
- Lahahana
- Lakopa
- Lanakila
- Leialoha
- Likeke
- Liko
- Lolana
- Lono
- Lopaka
- Makai
- Makanui
- Malo
- Mano
- Maui
- Mele
- Moani
- Moke
- Nainoa
- Noelani
- Nohea
- Onaona
- Ori
- Pekelo
- Puna
- Wakea
- Wilbert
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