N
NamyLab

Kawena

female
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"The Glow"

Kawena is a Hawaiian name associated with glow or radiance, reflecting nature-linked semantic themes common in Hawaiian naming.

Themes:hawaiiannaturelightfeminine
UniqueRare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

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

Popularity History of Kawena

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#16398Ranked nationally
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

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
Unranked

Kawena 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

Kawena Nicknames

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

8 ideas
kawe
Nickname
kawy
Nickname
wena
Nickname
weny
Nickname
enay
Nickname
ka
Nickname
kie
Nickname
ky
Nickname

Similar Names to Kawena

female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French
female

Agnes

“Pure”

#1063
|Greek
female

Arlene

“Pledge or Promise”

#1798
|English
female

Antoinette

“Priceless One”

#2882
|French
female

Alberta

“Noble; Bright”

#10281
|Germanic
female

Adrienne

“From Hadria”

#1455
|French
female

Alisha

“Noble”

#1137
|Hebrew
female

Aimee

“Beloved”

#1467
|French

Baby Name Lists That Include Kawena

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Kawena, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

16 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kawena mean?
Kawena means "The Glow". Kawena is a Hawaiian name associated with glow or radiance, reflecting nature-linked semantic themes common in Hawaiian
What is the origin of Kawena?
Kawena 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 Kawena?
According to the latest SSA data, Kawena is currently ranked #16398 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 Kawena a girl name?
Kawena is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Kawena?
Popular nicknames for Kawena include kawe, kawy, wena, weny, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Kawena?
There are many names similar to Kawena in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHawaiian
Syllables3
Length6 letters
US Rank#16398
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Kawena

Kawena has Hawaiian roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Hawaiian baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Kawena appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Nature and Names That Mean Light for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Unique Baby Names and Last Names That Mean Light.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Kawena pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Kawena beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.