Kailana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationky-LAH-nah / /kaɪˈlɑːnə/Hawaiian; English
Meaning
sea and sky; the one who is a gift
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Kailana combines elements of nature, reflecting the significance of the sea and sky in Hawaiian mythology and daily life. The name is often associated with beauty and tranquility. In English contexts, it may be viewed as a modern creation, drawing on familiar sounds and elements from other names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kailana
- Kailani
International Variants
- Kailani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Kailana
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Fictional characters named Kailana
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kailana was first seen in the United States in 1999. Kailana has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, and Hawaii. In the past 5 years the name Kailana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kailana (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 15 |