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Koa vs Finley

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

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Finley

Boy #290 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired hero; white warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#290
Total SSA Count
1,153
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Finley Rank #290

Finley is more popular, ranked #290 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Finley more popular?

Finley is more popular, ranked #290 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Koa and Finley mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Finley means "fair-haired hero; white warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Koa and Finley boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Finley is primarily a boy name.

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