"lady, woman"
Origin: Hawaiian
Language: Hawaiian
Kona
Pronunciation: [ k-OHN-uh ]
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- Strongly associated with the Kona brand of energy drinks and beverages in some markets
The Story of Kona
Kona is a Hawaiian word with several meanings. Most literally, it refers to the 'leeward side' of a Hawaiian island — the sheltered, dry, sunny side away from the trade winds, as opposed to the windward (koʻolau) side. It also carries the meaning of 'lady' or 'woman' in Hawaiian. Kona is most famous as a geographic name referring to the Kona District on the west coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, renowned for its world-famous Kona coffee, grown in the volcanic slopes above the Pacific Ocean.
Kona has been rising as a given name in the US as Hawaiian and Polynesian names gained mainstream appeal. The rise of Moana (2016) and general Pacific Islander cultural visibility brought Hawaiian names into broader naming consciousness. For boy names, Kona offers the appeal of nature-connected, short, punchy names that sound unique without being unpronounceable.
In Hawaii, Kona is a place name of great cultural significance — the region was the political center of the Hawaiian Kingdom, home to King Kamehameha's court. Kona coffee is a protected designation, and the name carries rich associations with volcanic soil, ocean breezes, and island bounty.
Historical Record
Kona first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 423 babies have been named Kona in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kona is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,233 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kona coffee is one of the most expensive coffees in the world, grown only on the Big Island's volcanic slopes
- The Kona District was the seat of the Hawaiian Kingdom's political power in the early 19th century
- Kona is also popular as a pet name — it's consistently in the top 20 dog names in the US
Kona in Other Languages
Maori
Kona
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Spanish
Kona
Hawaiian
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Japanese
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Popularity Over Time
#6,233
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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The iconic west coast district of Hawaii's Big Island, historically the seat of the Hawaiian Kingdom and globally famous...
The iconic west coast district of Hawaii's Big Island, historically the seat of the Hawaiian Kingdom and globally famous for Kona coffee
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,233
- Total SSA Count
- 14
- Cultural Origins
- Hawaiian American Pacific Islander
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kona
What does the name Kona mean?
"lady, woman" (from Hawaiian). Kona is a Hawaiian word with several meanings. Most literally, it refers to the 'leeward side' of a Hawaiian island — the sheltered, dry, sunny side away from the trade winds, as opposed to the windward (koʻolau) side. It also carries the meaning of 'lady' or 'woman' in Hawaiian. Kona is most famous as a geographic name referring to the Kona District on the west coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, renowned for its world-famous Kona coffee, grown in the volcanic slopes above the Pacific Ocean.
What is the origin of the name Kona?
Kona has Hawaiian, American, and Pacific Islander origins. In Hawaiian, it means "lady, woman".
Is Kona a boy or girl name?
Kona is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6233. As a girl name, it is ranked #16793. Kona is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kona?
Kona is pronounced k-OHN-uh.
How popular is the name Kona?
Kona is currently ranked #6233 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Kona?
Popular middle name pairings include Kona James, Kona Blue, Kona Wolf, Kona River, Kona Oak, Kona Bear, and Kona Stone.
What are good sibling names for Kona?
Names that pair well with Kona as siblings include Kai, Lani, Maui, Lilo, Nalu, Hoku, and Mako.
How many syllables does Kona have?
Kona has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Kona a common or rare name?
Kona is an uncommon name, ranked #6233 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Kona?
About the Name Kona
Kona is a boy name with Hawaiian, American, and Pacific Islander origins . The name means "lady, woman" in Hawaiian .
Is Kona a boy or girl name? Kona is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,233 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #16,793. Kona is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kona is currently ranked #6,233 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Kona has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-OHN-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Kona include Konrad, Konnor, Konner, Konstantinos, Konstantin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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