Kailani
Kailani is a girls' name of Hawaiian origin meaning “sea and sky.” It ranked #253 in the United States in 2025. Kailani combines 'kai' (sea, ocean) and 'lani' (heaven, sky), meaning 'sea and sky.'
Torn between Kailani and another name? Ask family and friends to vote
how do you pronounce Kailani?
kye-LAH-nee
where does the name Kailani come from?
A Hawaiian name combining kai, ocean, and lani, sky: sea and sky.
It poetically captures the Hawaiian horizon where ocean meets heaven, a view central to island life. The name reflects the Hawaiian worldview that land, sea, and sky are interconnected.
how popular is this name?
Kailani has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 13 years since 2013. It peaked at #222 in 2022, and ranked #253 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #253 |
| 2024 | #276 |
| 2023 | #226 |
| 2022 | #222 |
| 2021 | #278 |
| 2020 | #282 |
| 2019 | #350 |
| 2018 | #390 |
| 2017 | #617 |
| 2016 | #751 |
| 2013 | #964 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Kailani fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Kailani?
- Kailani Craine (Australian-Filipino figure skater)
what are the nicknames and variants of Kailani?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Kailani?
what names go well with Kailani?
Sibling names that share Kailani's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Kailani
What does the name Kailani mean?
Kailani means “sea and sky”.
What is the origin of the name Kailani?
Kailani comes from the Hawaiian naming tradition.
How popular is the name Kailani?
Kailani ranked #253 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Kailani a boy or girl name?
Kailani is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Kailani?
Kailani is pronounced kye-LAH-nee, with 3 syllables.
Last updated · Curated by HushName editorial
love Kailani? get 10 more names curated for your family.
Popularity rankings and meanings are just the starting point. Our AI consultant finds names that match your heritage, style, and what matters most to you.
Completely free. No credit card required.
Start your free session