Malani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-LAH-nee / mɑːˈlɑːniHawaiian; Sanskrit
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'calm' or 'peaceful'; Sanskrit: 'gift' or 'present'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, the name Malani is often associated with tranquility and serenity, reflecting the natural beauty of the islands. In Sanskrit, it carries a positive connotation of a gift, often used in spiritual contexts. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the United States, where it is embraced for its melodic sound and meaningful origins.
Trend Summary
Malani has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malanie
- Malany
International Variants
- Malani (Hawaiian)
- Malani (Sanskrit)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malani was first seen in the United States in 1977. Malani has ranked as high as #600 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Florida, California, Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Malani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 92 | |
| GA | 83 | |
| FL | 72 | |
| NC | 51 | |
| IL | 50 | |
| CA | 48 | |
| LA | 48 | |
| OH | 41 | |
| PA | 40 | |
| SC | 39 | |
| NY | 31 | |
| VA | 28 | |
| MS | 27 | |
| AL | 26 | |
| TN | 23 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 104 |
| 2012 | 117 |
| 2013 | 83 |
| 2014 | 103 |
| 2015 | 196 |
| 2016 | 210 |
| 2017 | 290 |
| 2018 | 373 |
| 2019 | 433 |
| 2020 | 618 |
| 2021 | 749 |
| 2022 | 790 |
| 2023 | 869 |
| 2024 | 938 |