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Koa vs Wells

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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Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Wells Rank #377

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #377 for Wells.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Wells more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Wells at #377 in the United States.

What do Koa and Wells mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Koa and Wells boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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