Kanoa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kanoa is a Hawaiian name meaning 'the free one'. It has remained consistent through its linguistic history. The name reflects traits of freedom and strength, with no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in modern times, especially in Hawaiian culture.
The name Kanoa is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kanoa has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kanoa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7752nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3483rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3972nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kanoa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kanoa"
Pronunciation
/kəˈnoʊə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Kanoa is derived from the Hawaiian language, where it means 'the free one' or 'the free man'.
Meaning
the free one, the free man
Language Evolution
Kanoa
Historical Usage
Kanoa has gained popularity in Hawaii and among those who appreciate Hawaiian culture, especially in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kano, Kanoah
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Kanoa is viewed positively and is associated with freedom and strength, reflecting its Hawaiian roots.
Famous People
Kanoa Igarashi - professional surfer, Kanoa Kawai - notable Hawaiian athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kanoa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kanoa"
"Kanoa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7752nd of 16616 | 63 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3483rd of 24088 | 441 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3972nd of 23106 | 319 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Kanoa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
49.11% 1986th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
41.05% 2593rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
17.37% 1296th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
26.02% 1633rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kanoa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kanoa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kanoa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.