What Are People From Honolulu Called?

North America, United States

The demonym for people from Honolulu is:

Honolulan

Pronunciation:

/ˌhoʊnəˈluːlən/

Ends in -an — see how this suffix works

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About Honolulu

Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii and sits on the south shore of the island of Oahu, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Its name comes from the Hawaiian phrase meaning 'sheltered harbor' or 'calm port', a fitting description of the city's natural harbor. Honolulu became the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1845 and has remained the seat of state government since Hawaii became a state in 1959. The city is a major tourist destination, known for Waikiki Beach and the volcanic crater of Diamond Head, which rises above the coastline. Pearl Harbor, the site of the 1941 attack that drew the United States into World War II, lies just west of the city and is now a national memorial. Honolulu serves as the economic center of the islands, with tourism, defense, and government as its main industries.

Quick Facts about Honolulu
Population:
350,964 (2024 est.)
Country:
United States
Region:
North America

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Etymology of the Honolulu Demonym

From Hawaiian 'honolulu' meaning 'sheltered harbor' or 'calm port'.

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