Holding steady.
Popularity of Leialoha since 1978
Babies named Leialoha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2004, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Leialoha's real moment was 2017.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 47 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Leialoha is a Hawaiian name first recorded in the United States in 1978, though its use likely predates modern records. It has never entered the national top 1000, reflecting its status as a culturally specific name. The name reached its peak usage in 2017, but its overall trajectory has been stable, with infrequent but consistent appearances. As a compound of lei and aloha, it embodies Hawaiian values of love and family. While no top states are associated with the name, it is most commonly found in Hawaii and among diaspora communities. Leialoha remains a distinctive choice that honors Hawaiian heritage without widespread mainstream adoption.
Leialoha is a Hawaiian female name formed from lei, meaning 'garland, child,' and aloha, meaning 'love, affection.' It is often interpreted as 'beloved child' or 'loved one.' The name reflects the Hawaiian cultural value of familial love and is moderately used in the islands and among families with Hawaiian heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lei, Loha, Lala
Sibling names for Leialoha
Names that share Leialoha's style, for a brother or sister.
