Keylani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keylani originates from the Hawaiian language, meaning 'heavenly' or 'royal'. It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in recent decades. The name is often associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance.
The name Keylani is most popular in Nevada, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keylani 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, 'Keylani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20768th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3158th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keylani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keylani"
Pronunciation
/keɪˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
Keylani is derived from the Hawaiian language, where it combines elements that can be interpreted as 'heavenly' or 'royal'.
Meaning
heavenly, royal
Language Evolution
Kaylani, Keilani, Kailani
Historical Usage
Keylani has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly among parents seeking unique and meaningful names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylani, Keilani, Kailani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keylani is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with beauty and uniqueness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keylani"
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 "Keylani"
"Keylani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20768th of 35406 | 36 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3158th of 30306 | 618 |
Regional Popularity of "Keylani" 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 "Keylani" 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) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
76.96% 3453rd/4487 |
35.93% 2451st/6822 |
41.01% 2574th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keylani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keylani" 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.