Ulani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoo-LAH-nee / uːˈlɑːniHawaiian; English
Meaning
cheerful; light
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Ulani is associated with happiness and brightness, reflecting the beauty of the islands. The name is often used in the context of nature and positive emotions. In English contexts, it may be seen as a modern name inspired by Hawaiian roots.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ula
- Lani
International Variants
- Ula (Hawaiian)
- Lani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Ulani
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Fictional characters named Ulani
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ulani was first seen in the United States in 1998. Ulani has ranked as high as #1296 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Ulani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ulani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 70 |