"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew via Hawaiian
Language: Hawaiian
Keoni
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Meaning & Origin
"Yahweh has shown favor"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Keoni
Keoni is the Hawaiian adaptation of John, itself from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious or Yahweh has been gracious. Hawaiian phonology transformed the English John through Spanish Juan into the melodic Keoni, demonstrating how names travel and transform across cultures and centuries.
Keoni remains most popular in Hawaii and among families of Hawaiian or Polynesian heritage. As interest in Hawaiian culture has grown worldwide, Keoni has gained modest recognition on the mainland as a distinctive alternative to common names.
In Hawaiian culture, names carry deep spiritual meaning and connect children to their ancestral heritage. Keoni represents the beautiful synthesis of indigenous Hawaiian phonology with Christian naming traditions introduced by missionaries in the 19th century.
Historical Record
Keoni first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 3,131 babies have been named Keoni in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keoni is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,725 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Keoni is one of the most common male names in Hawaii
- The transformation from John to Keoni happened through the intermediate Spanish Juan during missionary contact
Keoni in Other Languages
French
Jean
Hebrew
Yohanan
Italian
Giovanni
Spanish
Juan
Hawaiian
Keoni
Popularity Over Time
#1,725
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,725
- Total SSA Count
- 96
- Cultural Origins
- Hawaiian Polynesian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Keo
Oni
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Frequently Asked Questions About Keoni
What does the name Keoni mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew via Hawaiian). "Yahweh has shown favor" (from Hebrew). Keoni is the Hawaiian adaptation of John, itself from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious or Yahweh has been gracious. Hawaiian phonology transformed the English John through Spanish Juan into the melodic Keoni, demonstrating how names travel and transform across cultures and centuries.
What is the origin of the name Keoni?
Keoni has Hebrew via Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hawaiian, and Polynesian origins. In Hebrew via Hawaiian, it means "God is gracious". In Hebrew, it means "Yahweh has shown favor".
Is Keoni a boy or girl name?
Keoni is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1725. As a girl name, it is ranked #7595. Keoni is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Keoni?
Keoni is currently ranked #1725 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Keoni?
Common nicknames for Keoni include Keo and Oni.
What are good middle names for Keoni?
Popular middle name pairings include Keoni James, Keoni Lee, Keoni Alexander, Keoni Michael, Keoni David, and Keoni Gabriel.
What are good sibling names for Keoni?
Names that pair well with Keoni as siblings include Kai, Leilani, Makoa, Nalani, Kailani, and Milo.
How many syllables does Keoni have?
Keoni has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Keoni a common or rare name?
Keoni is an uncommon name, ranked #1725 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Keoni
Keoni is a boy name with Hawaiian and Polynesian origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew via Hawaiian .
Is Keoni a boy or girl name? Keoni is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,725 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,595. Keoni is more commonly used as a boy name.
Keoni is currently ranked #1,725 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Keoni has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Keoni include Keo and Oni. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Keoni include Keon, Keondre, Keontae . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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