Aylani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aylani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'fragrant' or 'scented', combined with the notion of 'delight'. It has evolved from its original form, Ailani, and gained traction in recent years, symbolizing beauty and cultural appreciation. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Aylani is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Aylani has been too falling 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, 'Aylani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10954th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1595th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aylani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aylani"
Pronunciation
/ˌaɪˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
Aylani is derived from the Hawaiian word 'aila' meaning 'fragrant' or 'scented', combined with 'ani', which can imply 'delight' or 'joy'.
Meaning
fragrant, scented, joy
Language Evolution
Ailani, Aylani
Historical Usage
Aylani has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in the United States, as a modern name choice reflecting cultural appreciation for Hawaiian heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Ailani, Ailana
Modern Popularity & Image
Aylani is perceived as a trendy and unique name, often associated with beauty and nature, reflecting a modern sensibility towards names with cultural significance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aylani"
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 "Aylani"
"Aylani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10954th of 35406 | 137 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1595th of 30306 | 1,649 |
Regional Popularity of "Aylani" 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 "Aylani" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
81.68% 6096th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.89% 1669th/3984 |
45.11% 2024th/4487 |
20.77% 1417th/6822 |
18.88% 1185th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aylani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aylani" 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.