Claim: Very little is known about Wahineipo’s early life, she was born Kahakuhaʻakoi, had three siblings, and grew up under the care of King Kahekili II of Maui.
Evidence: Her siblings included Kalanimoku, Boki, Governor of OÊ»ahu, and Manono II, the wife of Keaoua Kekuaokalani. Born KahakuhaÊ»akoi, details of her early life are scarce. She grew up in the court of her uncle King Kahekili II of Maui.