Loa

“the goddess of peace” — Associated with the Hawaiian goddess of peace

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5485US 2023

23Births / yr

↑Rising

808All-time births

📅 Since 189400

What does Loa mean and where does it come from?

Loa is a name of Hawaiian origin, often associated with the Hawaiian goddess of peace, making it a name associated with tranquility and calmness. It is relatively rare in contemporary usage but suggests a connection to Polynesian culture and spirituality. The name may also have roots in other cultur

Cultural significance

Loa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the goddess of peace.

Peak popularity

Reached #1236 in 1894 — currently #5485 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Loa?

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

Loa Grace

How popular is Loa right now?

Rising fast — up 632 spots — currently #5485 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1900–2023#5485 · Top 4.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5485	23	▲ up 632 · +15% births
2022	#6117	20	▲ up 752 · +18% births
2021	#6869	17	▲ up 2632 · +70% births
2020	#9501	10	▲ up 3524 · +43% births
2015	#13025	7	▲ up 1996 · +17% births
2010	#15021	6	▼ down 10527 · -33% births
1960	#4494	9	▼ down 368
1955	#4126	9	▼ down 86 · +13% births
1950	#4040	8	▼ down 1393 · -33% births
1945	#2647	12	▼ down 409 · -14% births
1940	#2238	14	▲ up 12
1935	#2250	14	▲ up 670 · +40% births
1930	#2920	10	▼ down 954 · -50% births
1925	#1966	20	▼ down 110 · -9% births
1920	#1856	22	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Loa

Best Year1920Rank #1856

Peak Count23

Average Rank#5154

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202317 years

The story of Loa

Loa has been a beloved American name for over 130 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1894. With 808 total births recorded, Loa remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2081 in 1900, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5485 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Loa in 1894:

Mary Anna Margaret Helen Elizabeth

Loa by decade

Loa peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	18
1900s	15
1910s	97
1920s ★	172
1930s	164
1940s	120
1950s	84
1960s	24
2000s	13
2010s	91
2020s	10

💎Loa has only 808 total recorded births since 1894 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Loa?

Common

LoieLoy

What names sound and feel like Loa?

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

Koa

Hawaii · warrior

Aloa

Hawaii · A name derived

Common questions about the name Loa

What does the name Loa mean?

Loa means "the goddess of peace" — 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 Loa?

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

What is the cultural origin of Loa?

Loa 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 does Loa sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Loa flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Loa ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Loa trending right now?

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