Leilani
Leilani: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Leilani
- A female given name from Hawaiian.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hawaiian Leilani.
How popular is Leilani?
Since 1880, 56,466 girls and 25 boys in the U.S. have been named Leilani (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #59 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #9247 in 2003. In 2025 it ranked #60 for girls, with 3,792 babies given the name.
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Leilani FAQ
What does the name Leilani mean?
A female given name from Hawaiian. Borrowed from Hawaiian Leilani.
What is the origin of the name Leilani?
Leilani is listed as a name of Hawaiian origin.
How popular is the name Leilani?
Since 1880, 56,466 girls and 25 boys in the U.S. have been named Leilani (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #59 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #9247 in 2003. In 2025 it ranked #60 for girls, with 3,792 babies given the name.
Is Leilani a boy or girl name?
Leilani is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 56,466 girls and 25 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.