Koa Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Koa

"Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2024 👥 7,124 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
7,124
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Koa Mean?

Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is the second most common tree. The highest populations are on Hawaiʻi, Maui and Oʻahu.

🌐 Wikipedia summary Read full article ↗

Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is the second most common tree. The highest populations are on Hawaiʻi, Maui and Oʻahu.

Root Element
Koa
Core Meaning
"Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Koa

K 2
O 6
A 1
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
2
Personality
Harmony & Diplomacy

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

📊 Koa in Numbers

7,124 US bearers
2024 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Koa" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~7,124 people named Koa in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 1,281 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Koa?

The Life Path number for Koa is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 2.

Is Koa a boy or girl name?

Koa is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 90% male and 10% female.

How many people are named Koa in the US?

Approximately 7,124 people in the United States are named Koa. The name peaked in 2024 with 1,281 recorded uses.

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