Recent in Baby
When Baby Resists SolidsWhen Baby Resists SolidsBaby Biting TipsBaby Biting Tips5 Tips To Help Prevent Highchair Injuries5 Tips To Help Prevent Highchair InjuriesWhen Baby and Pet MeetWhen Baby and Pet MeetTreatments for ColicTreatments for ColicBaby Milestones – The First YearBaby Milestones – The First YearTips for Relieving Teething PainTips for Relieving Teething PainBenefits of Making Your Own Baby FoodBenefits of Making Your Own Baby Food

Home › Baby Names Directory › Keawe

Keawe

♂ Boy

Pronounced kay-AH-vay /keɪˈɑː.veɪ/Medium

Meaning: A Hawaiian name borne by ruling chiefs of the island of Hawaii, tied in some readings to 'the strand' or 'wreath'. A royal heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A royal island name: Keawe was borne by ruling Hawaiian chiefs (said 'kay-AH-vay'). A heritage name noted respectfully.
💕 Browse more names
Origin MediumHawaiian
MeaningA Hawaiian name borne by ruling chiefs of the island of Hawaii, tied in some readings to 'the strand' or 'wreath'. A royal heritage name we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2025)#7956 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 153

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319942025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Keawe is a Hawaiian name borne by ruling chiefs of the Big Island, part of a proud royal line. In some readings it is tied to 'the strand' or 'wreath'. A heritage name we note respectfully. A flowing three-beat pick (said 'kay-AH-vay').

It is used in Hawaii and very rare on the mainland. Rare, royal, and island-rooted.

Did you know? Keawe is a Hawaiian name carried by ruling chiefs of the island of Hawaii — a royal heritage name we note respectfully (said 'kay-AH-vay').
Overall data confidence 50%
References - Keawe — Hawaiian royal name; ruling chiefs of Hawaii

Variations

Keawi

Nicknames

Kea

Famous Bearers

  • Famous bearers coming soon.

If you like Keawe…

Kawika— a like Hawaiian heritage name
Keanu— a like island-rooted pick
Makoa— a like Hawaiian choice
Koa— a like strong Hawaiian name

Explore names like Keawe

By themeheritagehawaiianroyal
By meaningRoyal / NobleLeader

All themes →All meanings →All origins →

Frequently Asked

What does the name Keawe mean?

Keawe is a Hawaiian name borne by ruling chiefs of the island of Hawaii, tied in some readings to 'the strand' or 'wreath'.

How do you pronounce Keawe?

It's said kay-AH-vay /keɪˈɑː.veɪ/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Keawe a boy or girl name?

Keawe is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Keawe?

Keawe is rare in the U.S. and used mainly in Hawaii.

💬 Ask Nia