Kaimana as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Kaimana

What is the meaning of the name Kaimana ?

The baby name Kaimana is a Unisex name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /kaɪˈmɑːnə/ (KYE‑MAH‑nah or kai‑MAH‑na).

Kaimana is Hawaiian in Origin.

Kaimana is a Hawaiian unisex given name formed from kai (sea, ocean) and mana (spiritual power, authority), yielding the evocative meaning “power of the sea” or “oceanic power.” The components are central to Hawaiian worldview: kai anchors life on the islands, and mana denotes innate, sacred potency recognized across Polynesia. Pronounced KYE-mah-nah, the name appears in both traditional nature-based compounds and in modern usage inspired by cultural renewal.

Usage is most common in Hawaiʻi from the late 20th century onward, with occasional adoption elsewhere through surf culture, Hawaiian heritage, and broader interest in Indigenous names. Kaimana suits all genders and is sometimes seen as a middle or family name. Short forms include Kai and Mana. Standard spelling is Kaimana; some stylize it as Ka‘imana, though an ʻokina is not required by the etymology. Related choices built on similar elements include Kai, Kailani, and Moana.