Palila
native honeycreeper bird
GenderGirlOriginHawaiianSay itpah-LEE-lahPopularityUncommon
Pronounced pah-LEE-lah
About the name Palila
Palila is named for a rare, endangered native Hawaiian bird with a soft yellow head, found only on Mauna Kea. It's a distinctive nature name tied to conservation.
Rare and resilient, she stands out with quiet, natural strength.
Fun fact
The palila bird is a critically endangered species found only in the mamane forests of Mauna Kea.
Nicknames for Palila
Pali
Variations
Palilah