Hawaii

Pronunciation: [ h-uhw-EYE-ee ]

Hawaii is a girl baby name. Ranked #43,897 in the US, popular nicknames include Haw, Hay, and Hawie.

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Girl Name #43,897 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Hawaii is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-uhw-EYE-ee.

Parents who love the name Hawaii often also consider Daneisy, Khenadi, Jacianna .

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Historical Record

Hawaii first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.

Over 16 babies have been named Hawaii in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Hawaii is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #43,897 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#43,897
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#43,897
Total SSA Count
5

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Haw Hay Hawie Hawaie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii

Is Hawaii a boy or girl name?
Hawaii is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Hawaii?
Hawaii is pronounced h-uhw-EYE-ee.
How popular is the name Hawaii?
Hawaii is currently ranked #43897 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Hawaii?
Common nicknames for Hawaii include Haw, Hay, Hawie, and Hawaie.
Is Hawaii a common or rare name?
Hawaii is an uncommon name, ranked #43897 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Hawaii?
Hawaii pairs well with Daneisy, Khenadi, Jacianna, Aleceia in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Hawaii?
Related spellings include Hawa.

About the Name Hawaii

Hawaii is a girl name .

Hawaii is currently ranked #43,897 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Hawaii include Haw, Hay, Hawie, and Hawaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Hawaii include Hawa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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