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Koa vs Guy

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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Guy

Boy #1,562 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"forest"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Norman

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,562
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Guy Rank #1,562

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #1562 for Guy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Guy more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Guy at #1562 in the United States.

What do Koa and Guy mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Guy means "forest" (Germanic origin).

Are Koa and Guy boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Guy is primarily a boy name.

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