Kamehameha
Kamehameha is a boys' name of Hawaiian origin meaning “the lonely one, the very lonely one.” Kamehameha means 'the lonely one' or 'the one set apart,' prophetically naming Hawaii's greatest king who united the…
how do you pronounce Kamehameha?
kah-MEH-hah-MEH-hah
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what does Kamehameha mean?
The name Kamehameha means “the lonely one, the very lonely one.” It comes from the Hawaiian language tradition.
Kamehameha means 'the lonely one' or 'the one set apart,' prophetically naming Hawaii's greatest king who united the islands into a single kingdom in 1810. Kamehameha Day (June 11) is a state holiday, and his legacy defines Hawaiian identity. The name carries the weight of sovereign destiny and unification.
who are famous people named Kamehameha?
- Kamehameha the Great (unifier and first king of the Hawaiian Islands)
- Kamehameha Schools (prestigious Hawaiian educational institution)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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