Leilani
Leilani is a girls' name of Hawaiian origin meaning “heavenly flowers or royal child of heaven.” It ranked #155 in the United States in 2025. A traditional Hawaiian name combining 'lei' (garland of flowers) and 'lani' (heaven, sky, or royalty).
how do you pronounce Leilani?
lay-LAH-nee
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what does Leilani mean?
The name Leilani means “heavenly flowers or royal child of heaven.” It comes from the Hawaiian language tradition.
A traditional Hawaiian name combining 'lei' (garland of flowers) and 'lani' (heaven, sky, or royalty). Lei garlands are central to Hawaiian culture as symbols of love and respect.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #155 |
| 2023 | #160 |
| 2022 | #168 |
| 2021 | #175 |
| 2020 | #185 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Leilani?
- Leilani Munter (racing driver and activist)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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