Alani
Alani first appears in US records in 1978. It peaked in 2025, when 1,843 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,843.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Alani popular?
Near its peak Alani is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 9,825 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6,166 | |
| 2000s | 2,377 | |
| 1990s | 355 | |
| 1980s | 71 | |
| 1970s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Alani mean?
From Hawaiian 'alani', meaning 'orange tree' (and the color orange), also linked to a fragrant native tree whose leaves scented cloth. A separate, unrelated name Alana (Celtic) is sometimes confused with it.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alani mean?
Alani means orange tree. From Hawaiian 'alani', meaning 'orange tree' (and the color orange), also linked to a fragrant native tree whose leaves scented cloth. A separate, unrelated name Alana (Celtic) is sometimes confused with it.
What is the origin of the name Alani?
Alani is of hawaiian origin.
How do you pronounce Alani?
Alani is pronounced “uh-LAH-nee.”
Is Alani a boy or a girl name?
Alani is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Alani a popular name right now?
Alani is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Alani?
In 2025, Alani ranked #161 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Alani most popular?
Alani was most popular in 2025, when about 1,843 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Alani?
Names similar to Alani include Kailani, Kehlani, Leilani, Mahina, Malia.
What names go well with Alani?
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