Ilani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-LAH-nee / iːˈlɑːniHebrew; Hawaiian
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); chief (Hawaiian)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, Ilani is derived from 'El' meaning God, often associated with grace and favor. In Hawaiian, the name reflects leadership and authority, connecting to the cultural significance of chiefs in ancient Hawaiian society.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ilany
- Ilana
International Variants
- Ilana (Hebrew)
- Ilani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Ilani
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ilani was first seen in the United States in 1997. Ilani has ranked as high as #1267 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, Washington, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ilani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ilani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 59 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 93 |