Kaipo

“Kaipo is a popular Hawaiian name that conveys affection”

Hawaii origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6348US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

441All-time births

📅 Since 197200

How to pronounce Kaipo

KEYE·POH

/ˈkaɪ.ˈpoʊ/ · stress on KEYE · 2 syllables

“Kaipo is a popular Hawaiian name that conveys affection”

Hawaii origin · Boy name

What does Kaipo mean and where does it come from?

Kaipo is a popular Hawaiian name that conveys affection. In Hawaiian culture, names often embody personal qualities or familial connection. The name is widely used across the Hawaiian islands and reflects the deep-rooted tradition of expressing love and kinship through names. Notable people include

Cultural significance

Kaipo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hawaiian.

Peak popularity

Reached #3204 in 1983 — currently #6348 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kaipo?

Kaipo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kaipo Grace

How popular is Kaipo right now?

Rising fast — up 6928 spots — currently #6348 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#6348 · Top 4.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6348	14	▲ up 6928 · +180% births
2022	#13276	5	▼ down 212
2021	#13064	5	▼ down 2107 · -17% births
2015	#10957	6	▲ up 1696 · +20% births
2010	#12653	5	▼ down 2158 · -17% births
2005	#10495	6	▼ down 3993 · -40% births
2000	#6502	10	▼ down 2330 · -33% births
1995	#4172	15	▲ up 2610 · +114% births
1990	#6782	7	▼ down 2539 · -30% births
1985	#4243	10	▼ down 182
1980	#4061	10	▲ up 180 · +25% births
1975	#4241	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaipo

Best Year1980Rank #4061

Peak Count15

Average Rank#8066

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202312 years

The story of Kaipo

Kaipo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 441 total births recorded, Kaipo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4241 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6348 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaipo in 1983:

Michael Christopher Matthew David Joshua

Kaipo by decade

Kaipo peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	53
1980s	106
1990s ★	112
2000s	98
2010s	72

💎Kaipo has only 441 total recorded births since 1972 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaipo?

Common

KaiKaipKaipieKaipy

What names sound and feel like Kaipo?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kaipo also consider these

Kairo

Various (particularly Western) · victorious

Kaido

Japan · 海渡

Kaiko

English · A meaningful name

Kaleo

Hawaii · the sound of

Chipo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Kario

Greece · a person who

Kalio

Native Hawaiian · the sound of

Kallo

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Kaipo

What does the name Kaipo mean?

Kaipo means "Hawaiian" — a name rooted in Hawaii tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kaipo?

Kaipo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kaipo have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kaipo?

Kaipo originates from Hawaii tradition. Hawaii names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Kaipo?

Kaipo is a two-syllable name pronounced K AY1 P OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Kaipo trending right now?

Kaipo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.