Leilani
Leilani first appears in US records in 1917. It peaked in 2022, when 3,868 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,792.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Leilani popular?
Near its peak Leilani is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 20,964 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 18,160 | |
| 2000s | 9,261 | |
| 1990s | 2,166 | |
| 1980s | 1,654 | |
| 1970s | 1,315 | |
| 1960s | 1,011 | |
| 1950s | 713 | |
| 1940s | 810 | |
| 1930s | 345 | |
| 1920s | 56 | |
| 1910s | 11 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Leilani mean?
From Hawaiian 'lei' (flower, garland, lei) + 'lani' (heaven, sky, royal), giving 'heavenly flower' or more literally 'heavenly garland'. The floral element is genuine.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leilani mean?
Leilani means Heavenly flower. From Hawaiian 'lei' (flower, garland, lei) + 'lani' (heaven, sky, royal), giving 'heavenly flower' or more literally 'heavenly garland'. The floral element is genuine.
What is the origin of the name Leilani?
Leilani is of hawaiian origin.
How do you pronounce Leilani?
Leilani is pronounced “lay-LAH-nee.”
Is Leilani a boy or a girl name?
Leilani is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Leilani a popular name right now?
Leilani is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Leilani?
In 2025, Leilani ranked #60 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Leilani most popular?
Leilani was most popular in 2022, when about 3,868 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Leilani?
Names similar to Leilani include Alani, Kailani, Kehlani, Mahina, Malia.
What names go well with Leilani?
hawaiian names that pair well with Leilani include Kai, Kehlani, Alani, Malia, Kailani.