Haweo
A Hawaiian name meaning "the one born at dawn".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Haweo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Haweo today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Haweo births was 2023 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Haweo. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Haweo. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2023
5 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2023 SSA rank
#12,908
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Haweo: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Haweo by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Haweo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Haweo
The name Haweo is believed to have originated from the Polynesian languages, specifically from the Hawaiian and Maori cultures. It is thought to be derived from the Proto-Polynesian word "hawa," which means "breath" or "wind," and the suffix "-eo," which is a common ending in many Polynesian names.
In Hawaiian mythology, the name Haweo is associated with the god of the wind, who was believed to control the forces of nature, including storms and hurricanes. The name was often given to children born during particularly windy or stormy periods, as it was believed to bring them strength and resilience.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Haweo can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in various Hawaiian chants and oral traditions. However, it is likely that the name was in use long before that, as the Polynesian people had a rich oral tradition that stretched back centuries.
One of the most famous individuals to bear the name Haweo was a Hawaiian chief who lived in the late 18th century. He was known for his bravery and leadership during the wars between the Hawaiian islands, and his name has been passed down through generations as a symbol of strength and courage.
Another notable figure named Haweo was a Maori warrior who lived in the 17th century. He was renowned for his skills in battle and his unwavering loyalty to his tribe. His exploits were recorded in various Maori legends and stories, and his name became synonymous with bravery and honor.
In the 19th century, a Tahitian chief named Haweo played a significant role in the island's resistance against French colonization. He led his people in several battles against the French forces and became a symbol of Tahitian pride and independence.
A famous Hawaiian artist and sculptor named Haweo Kanahele lived in the early 20th century. He was known for his intricate wood carvings and his efforts to preserve and promote traditional Hawaiian art and culture. His works are now displayed in museums and galleries around the world.
Finally, Haweo Makua was a respected Hawaiian scholar and educator who lived in the late 20th century. He dedicated his life to researching and preserving the Hawaiian language and traditions, and his contributions have been invaluable in keeping the rich cultural heritage of Hawaii alive.
People
Haweo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Haweo as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Haweo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Haweo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Haweo going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Haweo a common name?
We classify Haweo as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Haweo most popular?
The single biggest year for Haweo was 2023, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Haweo is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Haweo in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Haweo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Haweo in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Haweo still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Haweo in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Haweo can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Haweo?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.