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Leiani
Leiani Pronunciation
Leiani is pronounced lay-AH-nee /leɪˈɑ.ni/Medium
Meaning: Variant in the Leilani family — Hawaiian lei, 'garland', plus (la)ni, 'heaven' — 'heavenly garland'Low
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History & Origin
Leiani is a streamlined variant in the Leilani family — Hawaiian lei, 'garland, flowers', joined to the lani, 'heaven', element — read as 'heavenly garland'. Its exact construction is informal, which we note; the island warmth is intact.
It registers thinly in recent records. Rare, garland at the root, and airy.
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How do you pronounce Leiani?
Leiani is pronounced lay-AH-nee (/leɪˈɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Leiani said aloud.
How do you say Leiani?
Leiani is said lay-AH-nee (/leɪˈɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Leiani said aloud.
What does the name Leiani mean?
Leiani is a variant in the Leilani family, read as 'heavenly garland'; its construction is informal, which we note.
Is Leiani a boy or girl name?
Leiani is a girl's name.
How popular is Leiani?
Leiani is a rare name in the U.S.