Kainoa Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkai-NO-ah / kaɪˈnoʊəHawaiian
Meaning
The sea; ocean
Historical & Cultural Background
Kainoa is a Hawaiian name that reflects the deep connection of the Hawaiian culture to the ocean. In Hawaiian tradition, names often carry significant meanings related to nature and the environment. The name is used in various contexts within Hawaiian society, emphasizing the importance of the sea in daily life and spirituality.
Trend Summary
Kainoa has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kainoa was first seen in the United States in 1975. Kainoa has ranked as high as #1318 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, Washington, Texas, and Oregon. In the past 5 years the name Kainoa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kainoa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 27 | |
| HI | 11 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 62 |
| 2001 | 55 |
| 2002 | 67 |
| 2003 | 81 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 90 |
| 2006 | 80 |
| 2007 | 76 |
| 2008 | 84 |
| 2009 | 74 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2011 | 77 |
| 2012 | 84 |
| 2013 | 84 |
| 2014 | 88 |
| 2015 | 92 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 92 |
| 2018 | 86 |
| 2019 | 93 |
| 2020 | 80 |
| 2021 | 82 |
| 2022 | 75 |
| 2023 | 101 |
| 2024 | 98 |