HONOLULU (KHON2) -- In the ahupuaʻa of Waikīkī, which lies in the moku of Kona on Oʻahu, stands a roadway named after the son of a Hawaiian and haole, both of chiefly status.  Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You We are speaking of Keoniana St. Born in Kawaihae on the island of Hawaii, John Young II, also known as Keoni Ana, was hapa haole, or “part white.” Waikīkī street named after King Kamehameha’s niece His father, John Young I, given the Hawaiian name Olohana, was a British sailor who became one of King Kamehameha I’s closest friends and advisors. His mother was a niece of the King.  High Chiefess Kaʻoanaʻeha was the daughter of Kamehameha’s half-brother brother, Kealiʻimaikaʻi. Under the reign of King Kamehameha III, Keoni Ana served in the role of Kuhina Nui, commonly interpreted as “Premier.” Keonia Ana became the uncle of the future queen and consort to King Kamehameha IV, Emma Nāʻea Rooke. Keoni Ana’s remains now lie at Maunaʻala among many Hawaiian royalty, including others who served as Kuhina Nui. That position had no counterpart in European or American governments, but its loosely compared to a Premier or Prime Minister. The role was created by Queen Kaʻahumanu who is also buried here, but interestingly she created for herself. Stories share, as Queen Kaʻahumanu did, that prior to his death, King Kamehameha commanded her to co-rule alongside his son. Despite no proof ever being presented that the King made such a demand, no one challenged the Queen. Serving alongside the King, the role of Kuhina Nui shared the supreme executive power of the Hawaiian Kingdom. For forty-five years, the office of the Kuhina Nui played a role in the government until King Kamehameha V did away with it. Find more Hawaii, Oahu, Maui and Kauai news here In sequential order, those who served as Kuhina Nui include Kaʻahumanu, Kinau, Kekauluohi, Keoni Ana, Victoria Kamāmalu, and Mataio Kekūanāʻoa. Did you know?  Now you do!