Brantley vs Koa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brantley Rank #481
Koa Rank #292

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #481 for Brantley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brantley or Koa more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Brantley at #481 in the United States.

What do Brantley and Koa mean?

Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Brantley and Koa boy or girl names?

Brantley is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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