Koa

Meaning of Koa

Koa means "brave," "bold," or "fearless warrior" in Hawaiian. It can also refer to the Koa tree, a valuable hardwood tree native to Hawaii.

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Popularity of Koa

Koa is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #269 in 2025 from #936 in 2017.

Notable people named Koa

• Koa Smith
  Professional surfer
• Koa Rothman
  Professional surfer
• Koa Misi
  Former NFL linebacker
• Koa Viernes
  Mixed martial artist
• Koa Duncan
  Actor

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Questions about the name Koa

What does the name Koa mean?

Koa means koa means "brave," "bold," or "fearless warrior" in hawaiian. it can also refer to the koa tree, a valuable hardwood tree native to hawaii, and it comes from Hawaiian origins.

Is Koa a boy's or a girl's name?

Koa is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Koa?

In 2025, Koa ranked #269 for boys, up from #292 the year before.

When was Koa most popular?

Koa peaked at #269 in 2025.