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Koa is a masculine name used in Hawaiian. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘warrior, koa tree’ in Hawaiian." It ranked #269 for boys in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘warrior, koa tree’ in Hawaiian. The entry lists its usage as Hawaiian.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Koa ranked #269 for boys in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #269 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Koa mean?
Koa means "warrior, koa tree", according to Behind the Name.
Is Koa a popular name?
Koa ranked #269 for boys in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Koa a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Koa appears in the boys' list; Behind the Name labels it masculine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Koa (1) — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
