"power of the sea"
Kaimana
Ocean power and divine energy in one beautiful name
Meaning & Origin
"diamond"
The Story of Kaimana
Kaimana is a Hawaiian name with two beautiful layers of meaning. In the Hawaiian language, 'kai' means sea and 'mana' means spiritual power or divine energy — so Kaimana literally translates as 'power of the sea' or 'divine sea energy.' Additionally, Kaimana is the Hawaiian adaptation of the English word 'diamond,' making the name doubly rich. In Hawaiian culture, the ocean is not simply water but a living, sacred ancestor, and mana is the spiritual force that connects all things — making Kaimana a name of profound depth.
Kaimana has grown beyond Hawaii's shores as parents across the US seek names with natural imagery, spiritual depth, and unique Polynesian flair. The popularity of the nickname Kai has also introduced Kaimana to families who want the long form.
In Hawaiian tradition, mana (spiritual power) is one of the most significant concepts, believed to be held by chiefs, sacred objects, and natural elements like the ocean. A name containing 'mana' is considered a blessing of power upon the child.
Fun Facts
- Kaimana Beach in Waikiki is one of Honolulu's most beloved local swimming spots
- In Hawaiian, 'mana' is such a sacred concept that it has been adopted into the vocabulary of spirituality worldwide
Kaimana in Other Languages
Famous People Named Kaimana
Kaimana Pa'aluhi
Musician
Hawaiian musician known for traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #3,297
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- Hawaiian Pacific Islander American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Pairs Well With
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Kaimana is also used as a girl name, ranked #30245.
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About the Name Kaimana
Kaimana is a boy name with Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and American origins . The name means "power of the sea" in Hawaiian .
Is Kaimana a boy or girl name? Kaimana is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,297 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #30,245. Kaimana is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kaimana is currently ranked #3,297 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Kaimana has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Kaimana include Kai and Mana. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kaimana include Kaimir, Kaimani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.