Flag of Hawaii
stateThe flag of Hawaii was adopted on May 20, 1845. Eight stripes with the Union Jack in the canton. It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Hawaii |
|---|---|
| Country | Hawaii |
| Official Country Name | State of Hawaii |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-HI |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Hawaii |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | May 20, 1845 |
| Current Version Adopted | May 20, 1845 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Blue |
| Design Type | Eight stripes with the Union Jack in the canton |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Hawaii |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #CE1126 | 206, 17, 38 | 0, 92, 82, 19 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Blue | #002868 | 0, 40, 104 | 100, 62, 0, 59 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents the stripes |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the stripes |
| Blue colour | Represents the canton |
| Eight stripes | The eight main islands of the archipelago |
| Union Jack | The historic friendship between the Hawaiian Kingdom and Britain — the only US state flag to carry a foreign national flag |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1845-05-20 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 1:2 |
|---|---|
| Width | 1 units (hoist) |
| Length | 2 units (fly) |
Hawaii Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Hawaii
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 181 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | May 20, 1845 |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Georgia, Greece, Liberia |
| Unique Feature | Eight stripes with the Union Jack in the canton |
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Facts about the Flag of Hawaii
- Hawaii is the only US state whose flag carries a foreign national flag: the Union Flag in the canton, dating from the kingdom's relationship with Britain.
- The flag predates statehood by more than a century and survived the overthrow of the monarchy, annexation and territorial status without alteration.
- The eight stripes are the eight main islands; earlier versions had between seven and nine.
- The flag of Hawaii was officially adopted on May 20, 1845.
- The flag in its present form is 181 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Eight stripes with the Union Jack in the canton.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 55 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
- The red on the flag stands for the stripes.
- The white on the flag stands for the stripes.
- The blue on the flag stands for the canton.
- Eight stripes: The eight main islands of the archipelago.
- Union Jack: The historic friendship between the Hawaiian Kingdom and Britain — the only US state flag to carry a foreign national flag.
- The design belongs to the "Stripes with a canton" family, shared with 8 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Georgia, Greece and Liberia.
- Hawaii joined the Union on 21 August 1959, as the 50th state.
- Surfing is the official individual sport and outrigger canoe paddling the official team sport.
- The state is nicknamed The Aloha State.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Hawaii
When was the flag of Hawaii adopted?
The flag of Hawaii was officially adopted on May 20, 1845.
What do the colours of the flag of Hawaii mean?
Red for the stripes, white for the stripes and blue for the canton.
When did Hawaii become a state?
Hawaii entered the Union on 21 August 1959, as the 50th state.
What is the state sport of Hawaii?
Surfing is the official individual sport and outrigger canoe paddling the official team sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Hawaii represent?
Eight stripes — The eight main islands of the archipelago. Union Jack — The historic friendship between the Hawaiian Kingdom and Britain — the only US state flag to carry a foreign national flag.
What are the proportions of the flag of Hawaii?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 55 national flags.
What are the state symbols of Hawaii?
The state bird is the Nēnē, the Hawaiian goose, the state flower is the yellow hibiscus and the motto is "Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono — The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Hawaii?
The closest matches are Georgia, Greece and Liberia, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Hawaii?
It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
Can I download the flag of Hawaii for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Hawaii in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.