Lailani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lailani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavenly child'. It has evolved from its roots in the Hawaiian language and is characterized by its beautiful imagery and cultural significance. The name has no biblical relevance and has become popular in modern times, particularly in the United States. Its variants include Lailani and Leilani, and it remains a symbol of warmth and positivity.
The name Lailani 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, Lailani has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Lailani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13184th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13827th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3433rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1604th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lailani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lailani"
Pronunciation
/laɪˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
Lailani is derived from the Hawaiian language, combining 'lai' meaning 'child of heaven' and 'lani' meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'. Thus, it symbolizes a 'heavenly child'.
Meaning
heavenly child
Language Evolution
Lai, Lailani
Historical Usage
Lailani has gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, especially in the United States, due to the increasing appreciation for Hawaiian culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Lailani, Leilani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lailani is seen as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with positivity and warmth, reflecting its Hawaiian roots.
Famous People
Lailani McCabe, Lailani Kaimana
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lailani"
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 "Lailani"
"Lailani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13184th of 19264 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13827th of 27321 | 49 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3433rd of 35406 | 696 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1604th of 30306 | 1,634 |
Regional Popularity of "Lailani" 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 "Lailani" 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) |
- | - | - |
77.38% 4888th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
57.22% 2955th/5164 |
43.69% 3195th/7313 |
29.89% 2231st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.34% 1647th/3984 |
36.44% 1635th/4487 |
21.09% 1439th/6822 |
26.93% 1690th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lailani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lailani" 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.