Hawaiian

Kalei

Pronounced kah-LAYShare

Meaning: The lei; the flowers; the child

  • Gender-neutral
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

A Hawaiian name formed from ka and lei. Lei has both floral and affectionate uses, so more than one closely related interpretation is possible.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Kalei comes from Hawaiian.

Hawaiian

Kaipo

The sweetheart

Rare gem
Hawaiian

Kona

Leeward; the sheltered side

Rare gem
Māori

Tama

Son; boy

Rare gem
Hawaiian

Nalu

Wave; surf

Rare gem
Hawaiian

Kamalani

Heavenly or royal child

Rare gem
Hawaiian

Keala

The path

Rare gem
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