Lani
How to say it: LAH-nee · /ˈlɑni/
Hawaiian meaning 'heaven, sky' - also short for Leilani, widely used outside Hawaii since mid-1900s.
Lani was the 1,264th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 131 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2000s, its births are up about 89% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #1,033 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #1,264 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 131 |
| Share of births | 1 in 25,307 |
| Peak decade | 2000s |
| Change over 10 years | +89% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #1,033 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Lani keeps ascending toward new strength in recent years. After an earlier high in the 2000s, it stands at its peak again with more growth anticipated.
What goes with it
Light and airy with soft sounds, it carries gentle natural warmth. Malia harmonizes beautifully with it.
Nicknames
- Lan
- Lala
Honouring a Lani in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Lani is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Lani
- Lani Pallister (born 2002)Australian swimmer
- Lani Misalucha (born 1969)Filipino singer
- Lani Wittevrongel (born 2004)Belgian cyclist
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