Koa
Koa is a boys' name of Hawaiian origin meaning “brave, bold, fearless warrior.” It ranked #269 in the United States in 2025.
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how do you pronounce Koa?
KOH-ah
where does the name Koa come from?
In Hawaiian, koa means warrior or courage, and it is also the name of the koa tree; as a given name it is also a short form of longer names containing koa.
In Hawaiian, koa means brave, bold, and fearless, and is also the name of a native Hawaiian acacia tree prized for its beautiful wood used in canoe-building and instruments. The name carries deep cultural significance in Hawaii.
how popular is this name?
Koa has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 9 years since 2017. It peaked at #269 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #269 |
| 2024 | #292 |
| 2023 | #298 |
| 2022 | #350 |
| 2021 | #545 |
| 2020 | #582 |
| 2019 | #739 |
| 2018 | #809 |
| 2017 | #936 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Koa fell outside the top 1,000.
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quick answers about Koa
What does the name Koa mean?
Koa means “brave, bold, fearless warrior”.
What is the origin of the name Koa?
Koa comes from the Hawaiian naming tradition.
How popular is the name Koa?
Koa ranked #269 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Koa a boy or girl name?
Koa is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Koa?
Koa is pronounced KOH-ah, with 2 syllables.
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