Nohea

“handsome”

Hawaiian origin · Unisex name

♂ 20% boys♀ 80% girls

#10115US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

176All-time births

📅 Since 198300

What does Nohea mean and where does it come from?

Nohea is a Hawaiian name with a beautiful meaning, translating to 'handsome' or 'beautiful'. It is a positive and endearing name, often used in Hawaii to celebrate beauty in a multitude of forms. The name reflects the cultural emphasis on aesthetics and natural beauty in Hawaiian culture. As with ma

Cultural significance

Nohea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaiian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of handsome.

Peak popularity

Reached #6752 in 2016 — currently #10115 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Nohea?

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

Nohea Grace

How popular is Nohea right now?

Rising fast — up 4703 spots — currently #10115 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#10115 · Top 7.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10115	10	▲ up 4703 · +67% births
2022	#14818	6	▼ down 2925 · -25% births
2021	#11893	8	▼ down 4592 · -47% births
2020	#7301	15	▲ up 2426 · +36% births
2015	#9727	11	▲ up 7590 · +120% births
2005	#17317	5	▼ down 1302
2000	#16015	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nohea

Best Year2020Rank #7301

Peak Count15

Average Rank#12455

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Nohea

Nohea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1983. With 176 total births recorded, Nohea remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16015 in 2000 to #10115 in 2023. Nohea is used for both genders: 80% female and 20% male.

Names that peaked alongside Nohea in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Nohea by decade

Nohea peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	5
2000s	48
2010s ★	97
2020s	21

💎Nohea has only 176 total recorded births since 1983 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nohea?

Common

NohNohieNohy

What names sound and feel like Nohea?

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

Arabic · a little sleep

Nohe

Hebrew · נֹחַ: Comfort, rest.

Oshea

American · God is salvation

Common questions about the name Nohea

What does the name Nohea mean?

Nohea means "handsome" — a name rooted in Hawaiian 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 Nohea?

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

What is the cultural origin of Nohea?

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

Is Nohea trending right now?

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

Is Nohea a common or rare name?

Nohea is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.