Leilani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leilani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavenly flower', originating from the combination of the words for 'flower' and 'heaven'. It has evolved from its roots in Hawaiian language to gain popularity in English-speaking cultures. The name is often associated with beauty and nature, and it does not have biblical relevance. Its usage has increased significantly in the United States, making it a trendy choice for parents today.
The name Leilani is most popular in Hawaii, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Leilani has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling 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 too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Leilani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17464th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4871st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1070th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1167th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 983rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1037th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 356th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 110th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leilani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leilani"
Pronunciation
/leɪˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Leilani is derived from the Hawaiian words 'lei', meaning 'flower' or 'garland', and 'lani', meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'. Together, it translates to 'heavenly flower' or 'royal child'.
Meaning
heavenly flower
Language Evolution
Hawaiian, English
Historical Usage
Leilani has been used in Hawaiian culture for centuries but gained wider popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the latter half as Hawaiian culture became more recognized and embraced.
Variants & Derivatives
Leilani, Lani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leilani is perceived as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with nature and the tropical beauty of Hawaii.
Famous People
Leilani Münter (American racing driver and environmental activist), Leilani Dowding (British model and television personality)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leilani"
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 "Leilani"
"Leilani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17464th of 24088 | 19 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4871st of 9107 | 56 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1070th of 9204 | 877 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1167th of 12526 | 1,491 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 983rd of 19264 | 2,059 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1037th of 27321 | 2,651 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 356th of 35406 | 14,150 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 110th of 30306 | 31,356 |
Regional Popularity of "Leilani" 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 "Leilani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
63.57% 726th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
53.43% 826th/1546 |
70.89% 1103rd/1556 |
- |
27.73% 429th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
72.70% 1619th/2227 |
70.37% 1710th/2430 |
72.77% 2076th/2853 |
20.54% 570th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
70.79% 2079th/2937 |
49.78% 1734th/3483 |
47.53% 1672nd/3518 |
12.51% 506th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
69.28% 2553rd/3685 |
33.99% 1521st/4475 |
31.84% 1654th/5194 |
8.55% 540th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.05% 598th/4582 |
7.98% 412th/5164 |
6.62% 484th/7313 |
2.63% 196th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.37% 174th/3984 |
3.61% 162nd/4487 |
1.60% 109th/6822 |
1.13% 71st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leilani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leilani" 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.