Kanoelani is a unique and exotic female given name of Hawaiian origin. The name is composed of two elements: "Kanoe" which means "boat" or "canoe", and "Lani" which means "heaven". Therefore, the literal meaning of Kanoelani is "boat to heaven".
The name Kanoelani has a rich history in Hawaiian culture. It is often associated with Hawaiian mythology and folklore, particularly with the goddess of canoes, who was believed to have brought the first Hawaiian settlers to the islands on her divine canoe. This goddess was said to have been born from the sky and was responsible for transporting the ancestral spirits of the Hawaiian people to their new home.
In addition to its mythological significance, Kanoelani also has a personal history in Hawaii. It was the name given to Queen Kapiolani's daughter who passed away at an early age. The queen named her daughter after the goddess of canoes as a symbol of her deep connection with the sea and the ancient Hawaiian beliefs.
Today, Kanoelani is still considered a beautiful and meaningful name in Hawaii and beyond. It is often given to baby girls born into families with strong ties to Hawaiian culture or who wish to honor Hawaiian heritage. Despite its exotic origins, Kanoelani has become increasingly popular around the world as parents seek unique and significant names for their children.
The name Kanoelani has been given to a total of 79 babies born in the United States between the years of 1979 and 2010, according to the annual birth statistics available.
The name's popularity fluctuated over this period. It reached its peak in 2005 with 10 births that year. This was also a notable year as it marked a significant increase from the previous year (6 births in 2004), indicating that more parents chose the name Kanoelani for their children during this time.
Prior to 2005, the years with the highest number of babies named Kanoelani were 1996 and 2003, both with 7 births each. The lowest points in popularity occurred in 1979 and 1994, with only 6 and 5 births respectively.
Overall, while not a commonly used name, Kanoelani has seen some variation in its usage over the years. It is interesting to note that despite its relatively low overall number of births, it experienced periods of notable popularity within this timeframe.