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Lailanni

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Pronounced ligh-LAH-nee /laɪˈlɑː.niː/Medium

Meaning: A modern spelling in the family of Leilani, a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavenly flowers; heavenly lei' (lei 'garland' + lani 'heaven; royal'). The double-n spelling is a stylistic twist; routes are uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A tropical beauty: Lailanni echoes Leilani, 'heavenly flowers' (said 'ligh-LAH-nee'). A modern spelling, route uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowHawaiian
MeaningA modern spelling in the family of Leilani, a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavenly flowers; heavenly lei' (lei 'garland' + lani 'heaven; royal'). The double-n spelling is a stylistic twist; routes are uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12821 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 45

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320152024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lailanni belongs to the family of Leilani, a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavenly flowers' or 'royal child of heaven,' from lei ('garland') and lani ('heaven'). This spelling gives a beloved name a modern twist; routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'ligh-LAH-nee').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S., riding Leilani's popularity. Rare, tropical, and lyrical.

Did you know? Lailanni is a fresh spelling of Leilani — Hawaiian for 'heavenly flowers,' from lei ('garland') and lani ('heaven; royal') — with an added n for flair (said 'ligh-LAH-nee').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Lailanni — Leilani-style; 'heavenly flowers'; coinage spelling; routes uncertain

Variations

LeilaniLailaniLailany

Nicknames

LaiLani

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If you like Lailanni…

Leilani— the base name Lailanni spells
Lani— the 'heaven' root it carries
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lailanni mean?

Lailanni is a spelling in the Leilani family, Hawaiian for 'heavenly flowers; royal child of heaven'; routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Lailanni?

It's said ligh-LAH-nee /laɪˈlɑː.niː/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Lailanni a boy or girl name?

Lailanni is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Lailanni?

Lailanni is a rare spelling that rides alongside the popular Leilani.

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