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Iolana
Pronounced ee-oh-LAH-nah /ˌi.oʊˈlɑː.nɑ/Medium
Meaning: From the Hawaiian iolana, 'to soar; to fly high; to float in the air like a hawk.' A lofty heritage name we note respectfully.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Iolana comes from the Hawaiian for 'to soar; to fly high,' evoking a hawk on the wind. It carries a sense of freedom and grace we note respectfully — a heritage name, rare in the U.S. (said 'ee-oh-LAH-nah').
In the U.S. it appears very rarely, mostly in Hawaiian families. Rare, lofty, and heritage-rich.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Iolana mean?
Iolana is Hawaiian for 'to soar; to fly high; to float in the air like a hawk.'
How do you pronounce Iolana?
It's said ee-oh-LAH-nah /ˌi.oʊˈlɑː.nɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Iolana a boy or girl name?
Iolana is a girl's name.
How popular is Iolana?
Iolana is a very rare name in the U.S.