69 Best Hawaiian Boat Names (Curated & Ranked) + Generator

Cathy Desmet
Updated 06/05/2022
Luxury boat on the water

There are endless possibilities when it comes to choosing a Hawaii-inspired name for your boat!

You can choose a relaxing name that brings to mind a peaceful island sailing trip, something humorous, or even a name that is an “inside joke” between you and your family or friends.

If you don’t find a name on our list that suits your boat, check out our suggestions after the list to help you create your own.

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    Kalei

    meaning “happiness”

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    Pau Hana

    meaning “happy hour”

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    Hokulani

    meaning “divine star”

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    The Green Sea Turtle

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    Nohea

    meaning “beautiful”

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    Only a Dream

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    Makai

    meaning “toward the sea”

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    Hana Hou

    meaning “one more time”

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    Mahina

    moon

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    Kapena Aukai

    meaning “captain of the seas”

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    Kalani

    meaning “of the heavens”

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    Wahine Kai

    meaning “sea woman”

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    Akela Sails

    meaning “graceful”

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    Nalani

    meaning “quiet skies”

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    Moana Ali'i

    meaning “ocean royalty”

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    Malie

    meaning “serene”

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    Moment of Bliss

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    Island Bliss

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    Kilo Hoku

    meaning “star gazer”

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    Aloha Innovation

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    Paradise Bound

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    Nau Wale No

    meaning “just for you”

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    Mau Loa Paradise

    meaning “forever paradise”

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    A Hui Huo Kakou

    meaning “until we meet again”

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    Contentment Found

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    E Komo Mai!

    meaning “Welcome!”

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    Palena 'Ole

    meaning “limitless”

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    Kapu

    meaning “sacred”

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    Mermaid's Lair

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    Kaikamahine O Ke Kai

    meaning “daughter of the sea”

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    Moku Pua

    meaning “island flower”

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    Over the Hawaiian Moon

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    Makaha Mermaid

    meaning “ferocious”

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    Plumeria Paradise

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    The Aloha Life

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    Idyllic Sails

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    Our Utopia

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    Maka Koa Mermaid

    meaning “strong”

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    Hibiscus Happiness

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    Holokahiki

    sailing to foreign lands

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    Kauai Splash

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    Ho'omau

    meaning “steady as you go”

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    Hula on the Waves

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    The Big Aloha

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    Enchanted in Paradise

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    Blissful Days

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    Euphoria Sunrise

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    Kai

    meaning “from the sea”

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    Sunset Sails

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    Ho'omakaukau

    meaning “get ready”

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    MaiKa'i

    meaning “well done” or “excellent”

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    Island Breakthrough

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    Hikialani

    meaning “looking at heaven”

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    Island Fever

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    Maui Moonbow

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    The Aloha Attitude

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    My Mahina

    meaning “moon”

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    Howzit?

    Hawaiian slang for “how are you?”

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    Aolani

    meaning “heavenly”

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    Honu Hau'Oli

    meaning “happy turtle”

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    Hani Place

    meaning “happy”

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    Maka Koa Mermaid

    meaning “fierce mermaid”

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    Iolana

    meaning “soaring bird”

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    Kahula Sunset

    meaning “dancing sunset”

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    Lanakila

    meaning “victory”

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    Kealamauloa

    meaning “eternal path”

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    Makamae

    meaning “my precious”

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    Ululani

    meaning “divine inspiration”

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    Momilani

    meaning “pearl from heaven”

Hawaiian Boat Name Generator

Tips for Creating a Hawaiian Boat Name

Boating in Hawaii evokes mental images of peace and paradise. Total relaxation awaits boaters off the shores of Hawaii.

If you are lucky enough to have a boat in Hawaii, or just want your boat name to reflect the Hawaiian spirit, keep the following tips in mind:

  • Image the feelings that boating in Hawaii creates. Think of the perfect word or group of words to describe your mood as you traverse the seas in Hawaii. Just thinking of the word may put you in a great mood, and it might just be the perfect boat name!
  • Translate words and phrases into Hawaiian. Meaningful words and/or phrases make great boat names in general. You may want to use the Hawaiian translation of a favorite word or phrase to name your Hawaiian boat. Get a Hawaiian language dictionary or use an online translation tool to find the perfect option.
  • Check out the other boats. You may find just the inspiration you were looking for by reading other boat names. You can choose a similar name to those you find or pick a name that is completely the opposite and unique.
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