US Popularity:526
Origin:Pacific Islander
Meaning:Warrior, valiant one
Show your little guy that he can take whatever life throws at him with this Pacific Islander name. Koa, meaning "warrior" or "valiant one," can show baby that he is strong enough to deal with anything that life has to offer him. Koa is also a type of tree native to the Hawaiian islands, giving the fierce name a softer, more earthy edge. This tall tree is used to build canoes and surfboards, allowing people to explore and travel among the islands.
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How Popular Is The Name Koa?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Koa is currently #600 on The Bump
Boy:Koa is currently #346 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Koa is currently #526 in U.S. births
Boy:Koa is currently #292 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#292
in 2024
+ 6
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Koa, February 2018

  • WordSense, Koa

  • ULUKAU Hawaiian Dictionaries, koa

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