What do each of the main Hawaiian island names mean?

Nick Z asked:


Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai,Kahoolawe, Hawaii, Maui. Hawii

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One Response to “What do each of the main Hawaiian island names mean?”

  1. Giovani Says:

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    hawaii —-homeland
    niihau——farming
    kauai—-island name only
    oahu—-the gathering place
    molokai—island name only
    lanai—veranda or roofed patio
    kahoolawe———-island name only
    maui—-island name only
    hawii??????