Lani
Lani: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Lani
- A female given name from Hawaiian.
- A male given name.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hawaiian Lani.
How popular is Lani?
Since 1880, 7,373 girls and 183 boys in the U.S. have been named Lani (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #877 in 1947. Its highest rank for boys was #2485 in 1946. In 2025, 131 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Lani
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Lani
Sister and brother names that share Lani's Hawaiian roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Lani FAQ
What does the name Lani mean?
A female given name from Hawaiian. A male given name. Borrowed from Hawaiian Lani.
What is the origin of the name Lani?
Lani is listed as a name of Hawaiian origin.
How popular is the name Lani?
Since 1880, 7,373 girls and 183 boys in the U.S. have been named Lani (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #877 in 1947. Its highest rank for boys was #2485 in 1946. In 2025, 131 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lani a boy or girl name?
Lani is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,373 girls and 183 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.