Holding steady, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Kona since 1963
Babies named Kona per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 | 0 |
| 1970s | 20 | 0 |
| 1980s | 7 | 11 |
| 1990s | 7 | 12 |
| 2000s | 36 | 138 |
| 2010s | 102 | 180 |
| 2020s | 65 | 97 |
Meaning & origin
Kona entered US naming records in 1982, a relatively recent addition. Its peak popularity occurred in 2012, after which it has remained relatively stable. The name has a distinctive Hawaiian sound and meaning, appealing to parents drawn to island-inspired names. Though not common, it has maintained a consistent presence, with about 1 in 113,872 newborns receiving the name in 2025. Kona is used for both boys and girls, reflecting a broader trend toward unisex names.
Kona is a Hawaiian word meaning 'lady' and has been used as a given name for both girls and boys. It also refers to a leeward district on the Big Island of Hawaii, but the given name derives directly from the common noun. The name gained modest popularity in the United States after first appearing in records in 1982, possibly influenced by interest in Hawaiian culture.
Sibling names for Kona
Names that share Kona's style, for a brother or sister.
