Looking for a unique and meaningful name for your new furry friend? Hawaiian dog names offer a rich blend of culture, beauty, and significance. These names are not only unique but also carry deep meanings rooted in the Hawaiian language and heritage.
Whether you’re inspired by the islands’ natural beauty, mythology, or the melodic sound of the Hawaiian language, this list will provide plenty of inspiration for your pup’s perfect name. Below, you’ll find 188 cute names, each with its meaning. Let’s jump in!
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100 Male Hawaiian Dog Names with Meanings
- Ahe – Gentle breeze
- Aka – Shadow
- Akamu – Red earth
- Akela – Noble
- Alaka’i – Leader
- Alohi – Shining
- Analu – Courageous man
- Aukai – Seafarer
- Ekahi – First
- Eleu – Active or lively
- Hau – Snow
- Hawea – Sacred or holy drum
- Hekili – Thunder
- Hilo – New moon
- Hina – Goddess of the moon
- Hokule’a – Star of gladness
- Holo – To travel
- Huna – Hidden secret
- Ikaika – Strong
- Inoa – Name
- Iolana – To soar
- Kai – Sea
- Kaikoa – Strong sea warrior
- Kahoku – Star
- Kaimalino – Calm sea
- Kainoa – Namesake
- Kaipo – Sweetheart
- Kalani – The heavens
- Kalama – Light or torch
- Kalino – Brilliant one
- Kama’ehu – Red child
- Kamaha’o – Astonishing
- Kanoa – Free one
- Kane – Man or masculine
- Kapena – Captain
- Kapono – The good
- Kawika – Beloved (David in Hawaiian)
- Kealohi – Bright one
- Keanu – Cool breeze
- Keanuenue – Rainbow
- Kekipi – Rebel
- Kekoa – Brave one
- Kimo – James in Hawaiian
- Koa – Warrior
- Kuahiwi – Mountain
- Kupono – Honest or righteous
- Kupuna – Elder
- La’a – Sacred
- Laka – Gentle or tame
- Lani – Sky or heaven
- Liko – Bud
- Limu – Seaweed
- Lokahi – Harmony
- Lono – God of agriculture
- Luana – Enjoyment
- Makaha – Fierce
- Makani – Wind
- Maleko – Mark (Hawaiian version of Mark)
- Maluhia – Peace
- Mana – Spiritual power
- Mano – Shark
- Maui – Name of a Polynesian demigod
- Mele – Song
- Moana – Ocean
- Nahoa – Bold or defiant
- Nahele – Forest
- Nalani – The heavens
- Nalu – Wave
- Naluhea – Calm wave
- Nana’i – To observe
- Nohea – Handsome
- Ohana – Family
- Okalani – From the heavens
- Oke – Oscar (Hawaiian form)
- Olina – Joyful
- Oluolu – Pleasant
- Paka – Pat or frankincense
- Pali – Cliff
- Palani – Free man
- Pauahi – Fire ending
- Peleke – Blake
- Pika – Rock
- Pohaku – Stone
- Pono – Righteousness
- Puahi – Fire brand
- Ua – Rain
- Uka – Mountain
- Ulani – Cheerful
- Wailele – Waterfall
- Waipuna – Spring water
- Waiola – Life-giving water
- Wailua – Spirit or ghost
- Wai – Water
- Wehi – Adornment
- Wikolia – Victor
- Wiliki – Will or protector
100 Female Hawaiian Dog Names with Meanings
- Aheahe – Soft breeze
- Ailana – Island
- Aina – Land or earth
- Akela – Wisdom
- Alohilani – Bright sky
- Anela – Angel
- Anuhea – Cool breeze
- Aulani – King’s messenger
- Ehu – Reddish hair
- Halia – Remembrance
- Hani – Joy or happiness
- Haukea – White snow
- Hau’oli – Happy
- Hikina – East
- Hina – Moon goddess
- Hinano – Pandanus flower
- Hina’i – Goddess of the fishing basket
- Hoku – Star
- Hokulani – Star of heaven
- Hulali – Sparkle
- Iolana – To soar
- Ipo – Sweetheart
- Kaena – Glorious
- Ka’ike – Depth of knowledge
- Kai’a – Sea and the world
- Kaiaulu – Cool breeze
- Kailani – Sea and sky
- Kaipo – Sweetheart
- Kala – Princess
- Kalia – Clear
- Kalani – Sky
- Kalena – Bright
- Kalila – Beloved
- Kaloni – The sky
- Kalopa – Fragrance
- Kamiko – Child of God
- Kanoelani – Heavenly mist
- Kapua – Flower
- Kawai – Water
- Kawehi – Adornment
- Keala – Pathway
- Keilani – Glorious chief
- Kekua – The deity
- Kiele – Gardenia flower
- Kilohana – Excellent
- Koa – Brave one
- Kuuipo – Sweetheart
- Lahela – Rachel in Hawaiian
- Laka – Goddess of hula
- Lanai – Porch or veranda
- Lanikai – Heavenly sea
- Lehua – Sacred flower
- Lei – Garland or wreath
- Leilani – Heavenly garland of flowers
- Lilo – Generous one
- Lokelani – Small red rose
- Luana – Happiness
- Mahina – Moon
- Mahiole – Helmet
- Maile – Vine used in leis
- Malie – Calm
- Maluhia – Peace
- Mana – Power
- Manoa – Thick or solid
- Mele – Song
- Moana – Ocean
- Nalani – Heaven
- Nalua – Calm waters
- Naia – Dolphin
- Noe – Misty rain
- Noelani – Heavenly mist
- Nohea – Lovely
- Oluolu – Comfortable
- Olina – Joyful
- Onaona – Soft fragrance
- Pele – Goddess of fire
- Polina – Little pearl
- Pomaika’i – Blessed
- Pua – Flower
- Puahina – Gray flower
- Puakai – Sea flower
- Pualani – Heavenly flower
- Puanani – Beautiful flower
- Ulani – Cheerful
- Ulu – To grow
- Uluwehi – Lush and beautiful
- Wai – Water
- Wailea – Water of lea
- Wailani – Heavenly water
- Waiola – Life-giving water
- Wehi – Ornament
- Wikolia – Victory
Choosing a Hawaiian name for your dog adds a special touch of culture and significance to their identity. Whether your pup’s personality reflects the calm of the ocean, the strength of a warrior, or the beauty of a flower, there’s a Hawaiian name perfect for them. Which name from this list is your favorite? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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Hi there! I'm Nicole, the editor-in-chief and one of the writers here at DogVills. I've been a dog owner for most of my adult life and a dog lover for much longer than that. I grew up with a wonderful German Shepherd named Jake, who I loved SO much that I named my son after him. When I'm not writing for DogVills or my own site, Pretty Opinionated, I love spending time with my teenager (when he actually lets me) and my Pharaoh Hound, Freya. I'm also an avid reader AND a total TV fanatic.
Hi there! I’m Nicole, the editor-in-chief and one of the writers here at DogVills. I’ve been a dog owner for most of my adult life and a dog lover for much longer than that. I grew up with a wonderful German Shepherd named Jake, who I loved SO much that I named my son after him. When I’m not writing for DogVills or my own site, Pretty Opinionated, I love spending time with my teenager (when he actually lets me) and my Pharaoh Hound, Freya. I’m also an avid reader AND a total TV fanatic.
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