Makikona
The English name Madison is translated into Hawaiian as Makikona.
Makikona is used as a translation for the name Madison, whether it is being used as a surname, a given name or a place name.
Meaning: surname, given name, place name (name)
Did you know?
- In the name Makikona, the component kona can also mean a 'corner' or 'angle' in a geographical sense.
- Because the Hawaiian language lacks a 'd' sound, almost every English name containing a 'd' is converted to a k or t when translated into Ōlelo Hawaiʻi.
- The name Makikona follows the Hawaiian phonetic rule that requires almost all words to end in a vowel.
Examples in context
- He Makikona ka inoa o ka keiki.Madison is the name of the child.
Example conversation
Keanu and Malia are introducing a new friend.
- KeanuHe hoa hou kēia, ʻo Makikona kona inoa.This is a new friend, her name is Madison.
- MaliaAloha, Makikona!Hello, Madison!
- KeanuMaiuʻu mai, Makikona.Come here, Madison.
- MaliaHauʻoli koʻu hui pū me Makikona.I am happy to meet Madison.
