Kaua

Q: What is the origin of Kaua?

Kaua is of Hawaiian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Kaua?

According to the latest SSA data, Kaua is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Kaua a boy name?

Kaua is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Season or Time"

A Hawaiian form associated with temporal or seasonal notions, though interpretations vary by dialect and source.

Themes:hawaiiannaturetimeunisex

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Kaua

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Kaua did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kaua Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kaua.

8 ideas

kaua

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kauy

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kauay

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kauaie

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kauao

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Baby Name Lists That Include Kaua

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kaua mean?

Kaua means "Season or Time". A Hawaiian form associated with temporal or seasonal notions, though interpretations vary by dialect and source.

What is the origin of Kaua?

Kaua is of Hawaiian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kaua?

According to the latest SSA data, Kaua is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kaua a boy name?

Kaua is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kaua?

Popular nicknames for Kaua include kaua, ka, KA, kauy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kaua?

There are many names similar to Kaua in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHawaiian

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alika Akoni Alekai Alikai Alani

Sisters

Anela Aulani Ahlani Aolani Aloha

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