Hawaiian Pet Names For Your New Pet

Have you every wondered what it would be like to have a beautiful Hawaiian name? Well, we can not do much to change our given names, but what about your pet? If you have a new pet that you want to adorn with a beautiful authentic Hawaiian name, there is a world of possibilities to explore and choose the right name for your new pet.

Hawaiian pet names are cultural and each one has a special meaning. Names created in Hawaii can be based off of several different elements of their heritage. Many names are inspired by the beautiful and tranquil waters, nature and tropical flowers that adorn the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Some names are inspired by important parts of the culture and of people who have been significant historical figures to the islands of Hawaii.

Here are some popular Hawaiian pet names for your new dog, cat or exotic pet:

Kalea Bright
Kalei The Garland
Kalina variant of Karen
Keanu cool mountain breeze
Kekiokolanee funny, cool
LeiLani heavenly flower
Makenna gift of God
Nani beautiful
Noelani mist of heaven
Ailani high chief
Aka shadow
Akamai smart
Akamu red earth
Akela Adele, wisdom
Alamea precious, ripe, whole
Alana awakening or rising up, offering
Alani orange tree or fruit
Alaula light of daybreak
Alemana warrior
Aliikai - Queen of the sea
Alika truthful
Amana warrior
Amoka strong, Hawaiian name for Amos
Anakoni valuable
Analu manly
Anani orange tree
Aolani heavenly cloud, realm of heaven
Asera lucky
Bane long awaited child
Dorit from the name Doris
Edega wealthy
Edina form of Edna
Edwada wealthy protector
Eleu spry, nimble, agile, alert and lively
Eneki avid, eager
Etana strong
Ewalani heavenly woman
Ezera help
Hae growl, snap
Haimi the seeker
Halia fond remembrance
Hanai adopt, lucky
Hiwa jet black, choice
Hiwakea black and white
Hoala agitate
Hoku - star
Hula- dance
Iniki famous Hawaiian hurricane
Inoki devoted
Iokina God will develop
Makala myrtle shrub
Makani the wind
Malana light
Malia calm, peaceful
Malina- calming, soothing
Malo winner
Mana power
Mano shark, passionate lover
Maui Maui
Meka eyes
Meli honey
Melia plumeria
Miki quick, nimble
Miliani gentle caress
Moana ocean
Nalu ocean wave
Nana name of a spring month, name of a star
Nani beauty, splendor, pretty
Nui important, large, great
Okalani heaven
Palilia bird
Pekelo stone
Polo - fat, large, thick plump
Uluani heavenly inspiration
Waha Nui big mouth, tattler
Wailana calm waters, heavenly waters
Weuweu fluffy

These are just some of the beautiful and creative offerings that Hawaiian pet names have to offer you and your new pet. Whether you want to reflect the beautiful and tranquil waters and ocean of Hawaii, or a particular island that reminds you of happiness and beauty, there are plenty of names to choose from. Some pet owners find the natural landscapes of Hawaii second to none in the world, and wish to carry on that imagery when naming their new pets.

Whatever your reasons may be, you can find many resources online or in books relating to the meaning and significance of Hawaiian pet names and is a wonderful way to learn more about the culture of Hawaii as well.