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Alakai

ah-lah-kah-ee

Alakai is a boy’s name of Hawaiian origin, meaning “Alaka'i means "leader" or "guide" in Hawaiian, often used in a spiritual or navigational context.”. It currently ranks #1574 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.

Letters6
Syllables4
OriginHawaiian

What Alakai Means

Alaka'i means "leader" or "guide" in Hawaiian, often used in a spiritual or navigational context.

The Story of Alakai

In ancient Hawaii, this name was given to those who charted the stars and guided canoes through the vast Pacific, a legacy now waiting for your son.

Alakai is a proud Hawaiian name meaning 'leader' or 'guide,' often imbued with spiritual or navigational significance. Its roots are deeply connected to the Polynesian tradition of masterful voyaging across immense oceans, relying on the stars and the wisdom of a trusted leader. The name itself evokes the journey, the intention, and the responsibility of one who knows the way.

Imagine whispering 'Alakai' into the quiet of your nursery. It feels like a steadying hand on your shoulder, a compass pointing true north. This name suggests a child who will not just navigate his own path but will offer a clear direction to others, a beacon of calm in any storm you might face together.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

LeadershipGuidanceWisdomStrength

Peak Year

#112 in 2023

Total Births

820

First Recorded

1996

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