Alani
Alani is a girl's name of Hawaiian origin.
Meaning
Orange tree or orange fruit.
Origin and history
Alani is a feminine name of Hawaiian origin that traditionally refers to the orange tree or fruit. It has experienced a rapid surge in usage in the United States during the 2010s and 2020s. Modern parents are drawn to its melodic three-syllable sound and vibrant botanical connection.
Popularity in the United States
18,799 babies in the United States have been named Alani since 1880. It ranks #1101 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #185.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.2 %)
- TX (13.3 %)
- FL (10.4 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
- GA (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 71 |
| 1990-2000 | 355 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,377 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,166 |
| 2020-2029 | 9,825 |
Famous people named Alani
- Alani Vázquez: Television Host, Actress
Nicknames
Lani
Fun facts
- In the Hawaiian language, 'alani' refers to the sweet orange tree as well as several indigenous citrus-scented forest trees.
- Over half of all published U.S. births for the name Alani have occurred since 2020, making it a distinctively modern favorite.