Kawika
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
1,202 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1992 Peak Popularity Year
35 Peak Births

Kawika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Kawika is a Hawaiian name derived from the Hebrew name David, meaning 'beloved'. It has evolved through various languages and retains its biblical significance. The name is associated with traits of strength and leadership and has seen a revival in modern Hawaiian culture.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kawika"

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Pronunciation

/kəˈwi.kə/

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Origin

Hawaiian

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Etymology

Kawika is the Hawaiian form of the name David, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'beloved'.

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Meaning

beloved

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Language Evolution

David (Hebrew), Dawid (Latin), Davi (Portuguese), Kawika (Hawaiian)

Biblical Background

The name has strong biblical connections as it is derived from the Hebrew name David, who was a significant figure in the Bible, known as the second king of Israel.

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Historical Usage

The name Kawika gained popularity in Hawaii, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries, as traditional Hawaiian names were revived.

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Variants & Derivatives

David, Dawid, Davi

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Kawika is viewed positively in Hawaiian culture, often associated with strength and leadership.

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Famous People

Kawika Mitchell (American football player), Kawika Crowley (Hawaiian musician)

📊 Kawika Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Kawika Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 35 peak births in 1992

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kawika"

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 "Kawika"

"Kawika" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 3132nd of 10718 169
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2410th of 16616 424
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 3793rd of 24088 386
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 5081st of 23106 223

Regional Popularity of "Kawika" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - 24.68%
998th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - 13.77%
870th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - 19.36%
1445th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - 34.42%
2160th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Kawika" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kawika"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Kawika" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kawika" in the United States

The name Kawika is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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. From 2020-2022, Kawika has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kawika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3132nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2410th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3793rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5081st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kawika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Kawika name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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