Find out how popular the first name Lilinoe has been for the last 29 years (from 1995 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lilinoe by gender

Based on the last 29 years of data, Lilinoe is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 14 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lilinoe.

The history of the first name Lilinoe

Lilinoe is a Hawaiian given name with roots tracing back to ancient Polynesian cultures. The name is believed to be derived from the Hawaiian words "lili" meaning "tender" or "gentle", and "noe" meaning "mist" or "soft vapor", creating a poetic interpretation of "gentle mist".

In Hawaiian mythology, Lilinoe was the name of a goddess associated with the misty rain and fine vapors that often envelope the lush forests and valleys of the Hawaiian islands. She was revered as a bringer of life-giving moisture and fertility to the land.

The earliest recorded use of the name Lilinoe dates back to the late 18th century, when European explorers and missionaries first began documenting Hawaiian culture and language. It appears in some of the earliest written records and accounts of Hawaiian mythology and folklore.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Lilinoe was a Hawaiian chiefess who lived in the early 19th century on the island of Maui. She was known for her beauty, grace, and her role in preserving traditional Hawaiian cultural practices and knowledge.

Another notable Lilinoe was a Hawaiian singer and musician who lived from 1865 to 1928. She was celebrated for her mastery of traditional Hawaiian chants and songs, and helped to keep alive the oral traditions of her people through her performances.

In the late 19th century, a woman named Lilinoe Kamakau was a prominent educator and advocate for Hawaiian language and culture. She worked tirelessly to establish schools and educational programs that taught the Hawaiian language and cultural practices to younger generations.

In the early 20th century, a woman named Lilinoe Kauakahi was a respected artist and practitioner of traditional Hawaiian arts and crafts, particularly in the area of weaving and textile design. Her work helped to preserve and perpetuate these ancient Hawaiian artistic traditions.

Lilinoe Kahalepuna, born in 1928, was a Hawaiian activist and leader in the movement to preserve and protect native Hawaiian land rights and cultural heritage. She played a pivotal role in raising awareness and advocating for the rights of the indigenous Hawaiian population.

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