Ahlani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ahlani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the heavens'. It has evolved from its original form and is currently viewed as a modern and unique name. There is no biblical relevance associated with it, and it has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents looking for distinctive names.
The name Ahlani is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ahlani has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ahlani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16504th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2420th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ahlani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ahlani"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Ahlani is derived from the Hawaiian language, where it is believed to mean 'heavenly' or 'of the heavens'.
Meaning
heavenly, of the heavens
Language Evolution
Ahlani
Historical Usage
The name Ahlani has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, as more parents seek unique and meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Alani, Ahlaani
Modern Popularity & Image
Ahlani is perceived as a modern and exotic name, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ahlani"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ahlani"
"Ahlani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16504th of 35406 | 63 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2420th of 30306 | 903 |
Regional Popularity of "Ahlani" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ahlani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.76% 2341st/3984 |
62.47% 2803rd/4487 |
27.84% 1899th/6822 |
34.86% 2188th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ahlani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ahlani" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.