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How to Say "My name is" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
O koʻu inoa
"My name is" in Hawaiian · say it like oh koh-oo ee-noh-ah

The most natural way to say "My name is" in Hawaiian is O koʻu inoa. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

O wau o
Used in more formal introductions
O ia hoʻi koʻu inoa
A more elaborate way to say it

When to use it

Use this phrase when introducing yourself to someone. It is a polite way to share your name. You can use it in both formal and casual settings.

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Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
O koʻu inoa ʻo Kimo.My name is Kimo.
O koʻu inoa ʻo Leila.My name is Leila.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct possessive 'koʻu' before 'inoa'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear O koʻu inoa, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hawaiian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I ask someone their name in Hawaiian?

You can say 'He aha kāu inoa?' which means 'What is your name?'

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