Hawaiian

Lehua

Pronounced leh-HOO-ahShare

Meaning: The ʻōhiʻa flower

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Lehua is a Hawaiian flower name, especially associated with the blossom of the ʻōhiʻa tree. Its meaning is botanical and specific to Hawaiian language and landscape.

Nicknames

  • Lea

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Lehua comes from Hawaiian.

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