Koa: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KOH-uh · 2 syllables
Koa means “warrior, courage; koa tree”, from Polynesian.
koa (“warrior, courage; koa tree”). Also a short form of compound names containing the element koa.
- Meaning
- warrior, courage; koa tree
- Origin
- Polynesian
- Pronunciation
- KOH-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #269
- US babies a year
- about 1,119 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Koa?
Koa was the #269 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,413 babies. It’s rising: up 768% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #269 |
| England & Wales | #473 |
| Scotland | #599 |
| Northern Ireland | #193 |
| Ireland | #275 |
| Canada | #476 |
| Australia | #85 |
How old are people named Koa?
Half of US adults named Koa are older than 22; most are between 18 and 45. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Koa
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Nakoa
- Malakai
- Cairo
- Azrael
- Adler
Questions about Koa
What does the name Koa mean?
Koa means “warrior, courage; koa tree”. It comes from Polynesian.
How do you pronounce Koa?
Koa is pronounced KOH-uh.
How popular is the name Koa?
Koa was the #269 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,413 babies. It’s rising: up 768% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Koa?
Half of US adults named Koa are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 45.