The name Lehua is of Hawaiian origin, meaning 'the flower' in Hawaiian language. It is traditionally used as a female given name and carries significant cultural importance. The lehua tree, which blooms vibrant red flowers, is considered sacred by the Hawaiians. The name Lehua was also used in ancient Hawaiian chants to refer to the beloved wife of the legendary volcano god Pele.
The name Lehua has seen varying popularity over the years, with a total of 305 recorded births spanning from 1960 to 2023. The most popular years for this name were 1977 and 2018, each with 14 births. However, it appears that Lehua's popularity has been declining in recent decades, with fewer than 10 births recorded annually since 2000.