Kona
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kona
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The female first name Kona has its roots in Greenlandic. Translated into English, this name means "the lady."
What does the name Kona mean?
The name Kona comes from Greenlandic and is translated into English as "the lady." Its origin goes back to the Old Norse word kona as well as the Old Germanic *kwenǭ, meaning "woman" or "wife." In Fiji, however, Kona is used as a boy's name, traditionally for half-white children of the O'Connor family. In Hawaiian, the name means "the leeward side."
Where does the name Kona come from?
The first name Kona has both female and male origins, tracing back to Old Germanic and Old Norse, carrying the meaning "the lady." The etymology refers to the Old Norse kona and *kwenǭ, which means "woman" or "wife." The name can be found in various languages such as Greenlandic, Hawaiian, and Polynesian.
How do you pronounce Kona?
Kona is pronounced as 'Koh-nah.'
Popularity
In Germany, Kona is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. The name achieved its best placement in 2015, when it reached 4,092nd place. In the last ten years, Kona has been given as a first name less than 10 times, leading to a 10-year statistic ranking of 8,310th. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 9,958th place.
Nicknames & pet names
Kono
Famous people
- Kona "Kino" Kalakaua (character from Hawaii Five-0 Remake)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kona
What is the origin of the name Kona?
The name Kona has both female and male roots, tracing back to Old Norse and Old Germanic. It means 'the lady' and derives from the Old Norse word 'kona' as well as the Old Germanic *kwenǭ.
What does the name Kona mean?
Kona is translated into English as 'the lady.' In Hawaiian culture, the name means 'the leeward side,' while in Fiji it is traditionally used for boys, particularly for half-white children of the O'Connor family.
How popular is the name Kona?
The popularity of the name Kona varies greatly by region. In some cultures, such as in Hawaii and Fiji, it is quite well-known, while in other countries it is less common.