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Yailani
Pronounced yy-LAH-nee /jaɪˈlɑː.ni/Medium
Meaning: Yailani reads as a modern coinage in the popular -lani family (Hawaiian 'lani', heaven; sky; royal), with a Yai- opening. The exact route is uncertain, which we note.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
As a girl's name Yailani reads as a modern coinage in the -lani family (Hawaiian 'lani', heaven; sky), with a Yai- opening. The route is uncertain, which we note. In the U.S. it is rare and reads as airy and lyrical (said 'yy-LAH-nee').
It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, airy, and lyrical.
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What does the name Yailani mean?
Yailani reads as a coinage in the -lani (Hawaiian 'heaven; sky') family; the route is uncertain, which we note.
How do you pronounce Yailani?
It's said yy-LAH-nee /jaɪˈlɑː.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Yailani a boy or girl name?
Yailani is used here as a girl's name.
How popular is Yailani?
Yailani is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.