Nalani
Nalani is a girls' name of Hawaiian origin meaning “the heavens, serene sky.” It ranked #414 in the United States in 2025. Nalani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'the heavens' or 'serene sky,' combining 'na' (the) and 'lani' (heaven, sky).
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how do you pronounce Nalani?
nah-LAH-nee
where does the name Nalani come from?
From the Hawaiian na, the, and lani, heavens or sky.
Hawaiian names often reflect the natural beauty of the islands, and Nalani captures the breathtaking tropical skies that define the Hawaiian landscape.
how popular is this name?
Nalani has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 10 years since 2016. It peaked at #414 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #414 |
| 2024 | #530 |
| 2023 | #591 |
| 2022 | #554 |
| 2021 | #595 |
| 2020 | #593 |
| 2019 | #640 |
| 2018 | #706 |
| 2017 | #813 |
| 2016 | #987 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Nalani fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Nalani?
- Nalani Quintello (Hawaiian singer in Nalani & Sarina)
what are the nicknames and variants of Nalani?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Nalani?
what names go well with Nalani?
Sibling names that share Nalani's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Nalani
What does the name Nalani mean?
Nalani means “the heavens, serene sky”.
What is the origin of the name Nalani?
Nalani comes from the Hawaiian naming tradition.
How popular is the name Nalani?
Nalani ranked #414 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Nalani a boy or girl name?
Nalani is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Nalani?
Nalani is pronounced nah-LAH-nee, with 3 syllables.
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