Ailani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeye-LAH-nee / /aɪˈlɑːni/Hawaiian; English
Meaning
Hawaiian: high chief; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Ailani signifies a person of high status or chief, reflecting the importance of leadership in traditional Hawaiian society. In English contexts, the name conveys a sense of nobility and honor, often associated with strong character.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ailany
- Ailaniyah
International Variants
- Ailani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Ailani
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ailani was first seen in the United States in 1996. Ailani has ranked as high as #594 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ailani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ailani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 203 | |
| CA | 159 | |
| IL | 41 | |
| FL | 38 | |
| NY | 37 | |
| GA | 32 | |
| NC | 30 | |
| NJ | 29 | |
| AZ | 26 | |
| CO | 25 | |
| MD | 25 | |
| TN | 24 | |
| VA | 21 | |
| UT | 18 | |
| WA | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 49 |
| 2004 | 82 |
| 2005 | 106 |
| 2006 | 123 |
| 2007 | 118 |
| 2008 | 90 |
| 2009 | 112 |
| 2010 | 92 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 92 |
| 2013 | 76 |
| 2014 | 106 |
| 2015 | 208 |
| 2016 | 301 |
| 2017 | 277 |
| 2018 | 358 |
| 2019 | 423 |
| 2020 | 556 |
| 2021 | 581 |
| 2022 | 679 |
| 2023 | 506 |
| 2024 | 946 |