Noelani
Noelani is a girl's name of Hawaiian origin.
Meaning
Heavenly mist or dew of heaven.
Origin and history
Noelani is a traditional Hawaiian feminine name derived from combining the elements for mist or dew with the word for heaven or sky. It has long been cherished in Hawaii and has seen modest, steady usage across the broader United States. The name evokes imagery of heavenly mist and natural beauty.
Popularity in the United States
3,661 babies in the United States have been named Noelani since 1880. It ranks #2916 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1389.
States where it is most popular
- CA (39.7 %)
- HI (19.5 %)
- TX (12.1 %)
- FL (6.6 %)
- NY (4.6 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 36 |
| 1970-1980 | 135 |
| 1980-1990 | 191 |
| 1990-2000 | 410 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,098 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,055 |
| 2020-2029 | 730 |
Famous people named Noelani
- Noelani Pantastico: Ballet Dancer
Nicknames
Noe, Lani, Noela
Fun facts
- The name is constructed from 'noe' meaning mist or fine rain and 'lani' meaning sky, heaven, or royal.
- While originating in Hawaii, Noelani has maintained a consistent presence across the mainland U.S. in recent decades.