Kamakahelei
| Kamakahelei | |
|---|---|
| Aliʻi Nui of Kauaʻi | |
The ʻahuʻula (feather cape) of Kamakahelei, Bishop Museum | |
| Aliʻi Nui of Kauaʻi | |
| Reign | 1770-1794 |
| Predecessor | Peleʻioholani |
| Successor | Kaumualiʻi |
| Born | c. 18th century |
| Died | 1794 |
| Spouse | Kaneoneo Kāʻeokūlani |
| Issue | Lelemahoalani Kapuaʻamohu Kaumualiʻi Ikekelei'aiku Namakaokahaʻi |
| Father | Kaumeheiwa |
| Mother | Kaʻapuwai |
Kamakahelei (c. 18th century - 1794), was the 22nd aliʻi nui, or High Chiefess regnant, of the island of Kauaʻi. She was the ruling chiefess of Kauaʻi from 1770 - 1794. In some historical references she has been described as a regent for her sons Keawe and Kaumualiʻi. She was the sovereign of the island of Kauaʻi at the time Captain James Cook landed on its shores. The Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School in the district of Puhi is named after her. This school serves the Kalaheo to Hanamaulu districts on the island of Kauaʻi.