Kalani

Girl's name

Kalani is a Hawaiian name meaning "the heavens" or "the sky." It is derived from the Hawaiian word "ka" (the) and "lani" (heaven, sky).

Meaning The heavens
Origin Hawaiian
U.S. births in 2023 917 Rising
Peak year 2021

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With K

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Kalani Hilliker - Dancer, reality TV star on "Dance Moms."
  • Kalani Robb - Professional surfer.
  • Kalani Brown - Basketball player, Baylor University standout.
  • Kalani Queypo - Actor, known for "The New World."
  • Kalani Miller - Model, wife of surfer Kelly Slater.

Sisters for Kalani

Girl names closely related to Kalani

Khloe Kali Malani Miracle Londyn Zariyah Maliyah Reign

Brothers for Kalani

Boy names closely related to Kalani

Legend Messiah Kameron Kaiden Jasiah Chance Khalil Karter

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