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Dailani

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Dailani Pronunciation

Dailani is pronounced dy-LAH-nee /daɪˈlɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: Modern blend joining a Dai-/Day- opening to Hawaiian -lani, 'heaven, royal'; no single fixed rootLow

In 30 seconds: Daylight lifted to the heavens: Dailani joins a Dai- opening to the Hawaiian -lani — 'heavenly, royal'. A flowing modern blend with island glow.

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Origin LowAmerican, Hawaiian

MeaningModern blend joining a Dai-/Day- opening to Hawaiian -lani, 'heaven, royal'; no single fixed root

U.S. rank (2024)#3826 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births39 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 196

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Dailani is a modern American blend joining a Dai-/Day- opening to the Hawaiian element -lani, 'heaven, sky, royal'. It rides the -lani wave beside Kehlani and Meilani; the rhythm carries it, which we note honestly.

It registers thinly in recent records. Very rare, heavenly-tailed, and melodic.

Did you know? The -lani that closes Dailani is Hawaiian for 'heaven' and 'royal' — the radiant ending that crowns Leilani, Kehlani, and a whole wave of modern coinages.

Overall data confidence 52%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — recent emergence

Variations

DaylaniDalaniDeilani

Nicknames

DaiLani

Famous Bearers

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If you like Dailani…

Kehlani— the singer-sparked -lani favorite

Leilani— the classic source of the ending

Meilani— a fellow modern -lani blend

Milani— the companion melodic pick

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Dailani?

Dailani is pronounced dy-LAH-nee (/daɪˈlɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Dailani said aloud.

How do you say Dailani?

Dailani is said dy-LAH-nee (/daɪˈlɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Dailani said aloud.

What does the name Dailani mean?

Dailani is a modern blend ending in Hawaiian -lani, 'heavenly, royal'; it has no single traditional meaning.

Is Dailani a boy or girl name?

Dailani is a girl's name.

How popular is Dailani?

Dailani is a very rare, recent name in the U.S.