Hawaiian boy names often emphasize ties to nature, strength, and ancestral guardianship. Monikers like Kaimana (“power of the sea”) or Keanu (“cool mountain breeze”) carry layers of meaning that reflect the islands’ deep respect for the land and ocean. This approach ensures each child grows with a sense of connection to ancient lore and the supportive spirit of a community built on aloha.
Cool breeze over the mountains
Place of the strong current
God is gracious
The sound
The namesake
Independent thinker
Fearless
Associated with bold qualities.
Friend to everyone
Warrior
Kion
Of the Native origin.
Associated with bold qualities.
The free one
Beloved
Variant of Koa
Strong
Strong, leader
Medicine man
Sea
Blessed
The sea
Necalli
Sea
Tear of the earth
A variant of the Native American word
One who guards the kids or small children
Associated with bold qualities.
Brave chieftain
Wind
Remains unclear
The victorious one
Friends
Of the name
Associated with bold qualities.
The meaning of the name Kiari is "beautiful soul."
One with strong bosy and powerful spirit.
Emperor
Elikai means "God is my savior."
Sea warrior
Of Hawaiian origin origin.
Reflects the nature of individuals who bear the name mehkai
Guardian
Strong
To be seen
A variant of the Dakota Sioux tribe
Kaion means "warrior" or "fighter."
The meaning of the name Alekai is "defender of mankind."
The
Cheerful
Beauty
Kalei means "the flower wreath" or "beloved" in Hawaiian.
Of
Wave
Jaguar
Sweetheart
The brave one
Lakota
The name Kapri generally means "whimsical" or "playful."
Leader
The name Kaian means "ocean" or "sea."
Sea
Alikai means "queen of light."
Kealii means "chief" or "the chief" in Hawaiian.
Kainoah means "the sea of freedom."
Supplanter in hawaiian
He is so
Tag
Of the navigation origin.
Righteous
The name "Kaii" generally means "forgiveness" or "victory."
The name Kiano means "grace of God."
Evil.
Desire
The name "Alo" means "spiritual guide" or "noble" in various cultures.
It is passed down through generations
Maleko is a Hawaiian name meaning "warlike" or "warrior."
Aukai means "seafarer" or "sailor" in Hawaiian.
Brave
Kilo means "a unit of measurement equal to one thousand."
Pure
One who hunts eagles
The meaning of the name Geonni is "gracious" or "merciful."
Mailo is a name of Hawaiian origin meaning "one who is peaceful and calm."
The meaning of the name Kaikea is "the sea with strength."
A variant of names like Kai or Kae
Mikaiah means "Who is like God?"
People of the mountains
Nalo means "lovable" or "successful."
Kahekili means "the thunder" in Hawaiian.
A variant of the Native American word
Origin: Native American Meaning: Woodland deity
Kehlani means "sea and sky."
The meaning of Kamahao is "astonishing" or "wonderful" in Hawaiian.
Ocean or victorious
Thunder beings
Of the Ojibwe origin.
Warrior of the sea or strong seafarer
New
Sea
The chief
Akela means "noble" or "alone."
Makaiah means "Who is like God?"
The name Kia means "hill" or "season's beginning."
Kaulana means "famous" or "renowned" in Hawaiian.
Associated with its cultural.
Chief
Of Hawaiian culture origin.
Strong
Victory
Hawaii
Of
Kupaa means "steadfast" or "loyal."
The seeker
Ocean voice
The name Masani means "a strong willed person."
Gentle wave
A peaceful victory
A variant of the Spanish word for
The heavens
Hanalei means "lei making" or "crescent bay" in Hawaiian.
Hoku means "star."
Makalo means "surprise" or "wonder."
The name "Oceann" is often derived from the word "ocean," symbolizing vastness, depth, and tranquility.
Noahkai means "peaceful ocean."
To be in the right place at the right time
Heaven
The name Kavika means "poet" or "wise" in Sanskrit.
The meaning of Johani is "God is gracious."
Joy
Of the Iroquois origin.
Analu means "manly" or "masculine."
The name Ailani means "High Chief" or "Heavenly Sky" in Hawaiian.
Kanekoa means "the brave sea" or "the fearless sea" in Hawaiian.
A variant of various African or Asian roots
Lilo: Generous one or a lost one.
Island
Associated with it
Thank you.
