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Kalapana of Hawaiʻi

Chief of the Big Island

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About Kalapana of Hawaiʻi

Kalapana was a high chief in ancient Hawaii.

Kalapana is also known as Kalapanakuʻioʻiomoa and Kalapaua. The name Kalapanakuʻioʻiomoa includes a longer form with a nickname. He is commonly referred to as Kalapa or Kalapana.

Family According to traditional accounts, Kalapana was possibly a son of Prince Kanaloa and his sister Makoʻani, who were the children of Hualani of Molokai and Chief Kanipahu.

Kalapana married Malamaʻihanaʻae, and their son was Chief Kahaimoelea.

Reign According to Hawaiian traditions, Kalapana succeeded the chief Kamaiole.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Kalapana of Hawaiʻi?

Chief of the Big Island

When was Kalapana of Hawaiʻi born?

Kalapana of Hawaiʻi was born in Hawaii.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kalapana of Hawaiʻi

· Wikidata: Q21473244

· DBpedia: Kalapana of Hawaiʻi

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kalapana of Hawaiʻi. https://biography.guide/kalapana-of-hawai-i/

MLA: "Kalapana of Hawaiʻi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/kalapana-of-hawai-i/.

Chicago: "Kalapana of Hawaiʻi." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/kalapana-of-hawai-i/.

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