UK girl's name
Honi
A Hebrew feminine name meaning "she who is".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Honi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Honi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4598, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Honi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Honi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Honi ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Honi.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Honi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4598
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Honi mean?
The name Honi is believed to have originated from the Hawaiian language. It is derived from the Hawaiian word "honi," which means "to kiss" or "to sniff." The name is thought to have been in use as early as the 18th century among the native Hawaiian population.
In Hawaiian culture, the act of honi, or exchanging breaths through a soft touching of noses and faces, was a traditional greeting and a way to share one's life force or essence. The name Honi may have been given to children as a symbolic gesture of affection and connection.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Honi can be found in the journals of Captain James Cook, the British explorer who visited the Hawaiian Islands in the late 1700s. He documented the practice of honi and may have encountered individuals with this name during his travels.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Honi. One such person was Honi Desha (1822-1879), a Hawaiian chief and politician who served as a member of the Hawaiian House of Nobles and was involved in the governance of the Kingdom of Hawaii.
Another notable figure was Honi Kekuawalu (1888-1951), a Hawaiian musician and composer known for his contributions to the traditional Hawaiian music genre. He composed several popular songs and helped preserve the cultural heritage of Hawaii through his work.
In more recent times, Honi Faingaa (born 1985) is an Australian professional rugby union player of Tongan descent. He has represented Australia in international competitions and played for several domestic teams.
Honi Poko (1909-1992) was a renowned Hawaiian dancer and educator who dedicated her life to preserving and promoting traditional Hawaiian hula and chant. She was recognized for her efforts in keeping the cultural traditions alive and passing them on to future generations.
Honi Teheiura (born 1974) is a French Polynesian politician and former professional volleyball player. He has served as a member of the Assembly of French Polynesia and has been involved in various political initiatives in the region.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Honi throughout history, each contributing to their respective fields and cultures in unique ways.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Honi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Honi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
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- Harriet 24,781
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- Harper 15,784
- Heidi 12,675
- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Honi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Honi in the UK right now?
In 2004, Honi was ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Honi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Honi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Honi?
A Hebrew feminine name meaning "she who is".
How many people are called Honi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Honi across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.