Kahuna
Meaning
Spiritual leader/teacher.
Origin
Hawaiian
Pronunciation
/kəˈhuːnə/
Traits associated with the name Kahuna:
Dogs named Kahuna tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kahuna?
That you have a sense of adventure and a love of the outdoors. Kahuna is a Hawaiian word that means "great one" or "wise one," and it is often used to refer to a respected leader or teacher. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the ocean and the Hawaiian culture.
Is Kahuna a good dog name?
Kahuna has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Kahuna isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Kahuna is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kahuna was, in the past month, the 5464th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Kahuna is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Kahuna was viewed 53 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kahuna's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kahuna is most adored in Nevada, Massachusetts and North Carolina.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Alabama, New Jersey and Delaware.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kahuna.
Most popular breeds named Kahuna:
- Labrador Retriever
- Rottweiler
- Chihuahua
- Golden Retriever
- Beagle
Kahuna is found in these categories:
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Kahuna means a respected leader in Hawaiian, perfect for alpha pups!
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