Kanoa

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Kanoa Pronunciation

Kanoa is pronounced kah-NOH-ah /kɑˈnoʊ.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Hawaiian kanoa, 'the free one, the commoner; freedom'Medium

In 30 seconds: Free and easy: Kanoa is Hawaiian for 'the free one' — breezy, warm, and island-bright. A name of independence and calm.

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Origin MediumHawaiian

MeaningFrom Hawaiian kanoa, 'the free one, the commoner; freedom'

U.S. rank (2024)#4128 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births26 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2010

Total births (all-time)≈ 844

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kanoa comes from Hawaiian kanoa, 'the free one, the commoner; freedom'. A warm, island-toned name (used for both sexes, here for boys), it suits a free, easygoing spirit.

In the U.S. it appears in Hawaiian families. Rare, the-free-one at the root, and breezy.

Did you know? Kanoa means 'the free one' or 'the commoner' in Hawaiian — surfer Kanoa Igarashi made it familiar; it carries a free-spirited, easygoing feel.

Overall data confidence 78%

Hawaiian references — kanoa — etymology

Variations

Kanoah

Nicknames

Kano

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kanoa?

Kanoa is pronounced kah-NOH-ah (/kɑˈnoʊ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Kanoa said aloud.

How do you say Kanoa?

Kanoa is said kah-NOH-ah (/kɑˈnoʊ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Kanoa said aloud.

What does the name Kanoa mean?

Kanoa is Hawaiian for 'the free one, the commoner; freedom'.

Is Kanoa a boy or girl name?

Kanoa is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Kanoa?

Kanoa is a rare name in the U.S.