Koa
Meaning of Koa
The name Koa, predominantly used for boys, has its roots in Hawaiian culture where it is pronounced as KOH-uh (/koʊˈɑ/). In Hawaiian, "Koa" means "warrior" or "brave," reflecting strength and courage. The name has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent years. From being relatively obscure with only 6 occurrences in 1981, Koa has climbed to rank 298 by 2023 with 1115 newborns named Koa that year. This upward trend highlights its growing appeal among parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their child. A variation of this name is Koah, which maintains the same pronunciation and essence.
Pronunciation
Hawaiian
- Pronunced as KOH-uh (/koʊˈɑ/)
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Notable People Named Koa
| Koa Peat is a highly regarded American basketball player from Perry High School, known for being a top player in the 2025 recruiting class. |
| Koa Santos - Laukoa Santos is an American soccer player known for his role as a right-back for Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC in the USL Championship. |
| Koa Misi - Nawa'akoa Lisiate Foti Analeseanoa "Koa" Misi is a former American football outside linebacker who played college football at Utah. |
