Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Kuulei since 1975
Babies named Kuulei per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 46 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 51 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Kuulei is a Hawaiian name that has remained rare since first appearing in U.S. records in 1975. It is a term of endearment, blending the possessive 'ku'u' (my) with 'lei' (garland or beloved child). The name reached its highest usage in 1993, but has since stayed stable with very low frequency. In 2025 it ranked 14,942, meaning only 1 in 321,453 girls received the name, making it a distinctive and culturally rich choice for families with Hawaiian heritage.
Ku'ulei is a Hawaiian name derived from "ku'u," meaning "my," and "lei," meaning "garland" or "beloved child." The name is a term of endearment, often used to express love and affection. It reflects Hawaiian cultural values of ohana (family) and aloha (love).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ku'u, Lei, Ku
Variants: Ku'ulei
Sibling names for Kuulei
Names that share Kuulei's style, for a brother or sister.
