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Cahlani
How to Pronounce Cahlani
Pronounced kah-LAH-nee /kɑˈlɑ.ni/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Kalani — from Hawaiian, 'the heavens; the sky; the royal one; the chief' (ka, 'the', + lani, 'heaven; sky; royal'); routes layeredLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Cahlani is a spelling of Kalani — from Hawaiian, 'the heavens; the sky; the royal one; the chief' (ka, 'the', + lani, 'heaven; sky; royal'; routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl. A lyrical, regal name (said 'kah-LAH-nee'; nickname Lani).
In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Kalani. Rare in this form, the-heavens-and-the-royal-one at the root, and regal.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Cahlani mean?
Cahlani spells Kalani — Hawaiian 'the heavens; the royal one'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Cahlani?
It's said kah-LAH-nee /kɑˈlɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Cahlani a boy or girl name?
Cahlani is used here as a girl's name.
How popular is Cahlani?
Cahlani is a very rare spelling in the U.S.