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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Warrior, courage; also the name of a native Hawaiian tree
- Origin
- Hawaiian
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- KOH-ah
Koa is a Hawaiian name, pronounced KOH-ah, meaning warrior or courage — it's also the name of a native Hawaiian tree. It's used for any gender, and its short, bold sound fits parents drawn to trailblazing, adventurous names. If you're researching Koa for a baby, you're looking at a name with real roots in Hawaiian language and land.
Meaning & Origin of Koa
Meaning: Warrior, courage; also the name of a native Hawaiian tree.
Origin: Hawaiian.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Koa
KOH-ahIPA /ˈkoʊə/
Popularity of Koa
Koa ranked #292 on Social Security's list in 2024, with 1,145 babies given the name that year — that's also its highest rank in the Social Security data going back to 1978, so it's currently at its most popular point on record.
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FAQ
What does the name Koa mean?
Warrior, courage; also the name of a native Hawaiian tree. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Koa?
Koa is pronounced KOH-ah (IPA: /ˈkoʊə/).
Is Koa a popular name right now?
Koa is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #292 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1978–2024.)
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