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Leilahni

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Pronounced lay-LAH-nee /leɪˈlɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Leilani — from the Hawaiian lei, 'a garland of flowers; a child', + lani, 'heaven; royalty', hence 'heavenly flowers; a royal child of heaven'Low

In 30 seconds: Heavenly flowers; a royal child of heaven: Leilahni spells Leilani. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'lay-LAH-nee').
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Origin LowHawaiian
MeaningA spelling of Leilani — from the Hawaiian lei, 'a garland of flowers; a child', + lani, 'heaven; royalty', hence 'heavenly flowers; a royal child of heaven'
U.S. rank (2025)#7342 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births15 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 135

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320062025

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

Leilahni is a spelling of Leilani — from the Hawaiian lei, 'a garland of flowers; a child', + lani, 'heaven; royalty', hence 'heavenly flowers; a royal child of heaven'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'lay-LAH-nee'; nickname Lani).

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Leilani. Rare in this form, heavenly-flowers at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Leilani joins the Hawaiian lei, 'a garland of flowers; a child', and lani, 'heaven; royalty', hence 'heavenly flowers' — Leilahni is a spelling, lyrical and classic (said 'lay-LAH-nee').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Leilani — Hawaiian etymology

Variations

LeilaniLaylaniLeylani

Nicknames

Lani

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If you like Leilahni…

Leilani— the standard spelling
Laylani— a kin spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leilahni mean?

Leilahni spells Leilani — Hawaiian 'heavenly flowers; a royal child of heaven' (lei + lani).

How do you pronounce Leilahni?

It's said lay-LAH-nee /leɪˈlɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Leilahni a boy or girl name?

Leilahni is a girl's name.

How popular is Leilahni?

Leilahni is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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