Laylani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlay-LAH-nee / leɪˈlɑːniHawaiian; English
Meaning
Hawaiian: heavenly lei; English: variant of Leilani
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, 'Leilani' translates to 'heavenly lei' and is often associated with beauty and nature. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a variant, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.
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Variants
- Leilani
- Lailani
International Variants
- Leilani (Hawaiian)
- Lailani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Laylani
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laylani was first seen in the United States in 2000. Laylani has ranked as high as #1106 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Laylani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Laylani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 27 | |
| CA | 26 | |
| FL | 21 | |
| NY | 18 | |
| NC | 17 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| IN | 13 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| MA | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| AL | 6 | |
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 48 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 54 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 77 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2013 | 81 |
| 2014 | 115 |
| 2015 | 109 |
| 2016 | 136 |
| 2017 | 178 |
| 2018 | 149 |
| 2019 | 202 |
| 2020 | 255 |
| 2021 | 240 |
| 2022 | 287 |
| 2023 | 287 |
| 2024 | 285 |