Lani
Lani is a girl's name of Hawaiian origin.
Meaning
Sky, heaven, or heavenly.
Origin and history
Lani is a Hawaiian name meaning sky or heaven. It is often used as an independent name or as a element in longer compound Hawaiian names. In the United States, it has been consistently used as a gentle, nature-inspired choice.
Popularity in the United States
7,373 babies in the United States have been named Lani since 1880. It ranks #1958 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1500.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44.9 %)
- HI (12.6 %)
- TX (11.2 %)
- FL (6.1 %)
- NY (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 31 |
| 1940-1950 | 596 |
| 1950-1960 | 894 |
| 1960-1970 | 887 |
| 1970-1980 | 911 |
| 1980-1990 | 838 |
| 1990-2000 | 691 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,144 |
| 2010-2019 | 762 |
| 2020-2029 | 604 |
Famous people named Lani
- Lani Hall: Singer, Author
- Lani Misalucha: Singer, Performer
Fun facts
- Lani frequently appears in Hawaiian compound names like Keilani, Leilani, or Noelani.