Nalani

Girl's name

Nalani is a Hawaiian name meaning "the heavens" or "the chief." It is derived from the Hawaiian words "na," meaning "the," and "lani," meaning "heavenly" or "chief."

Meaning Heavens
Origin Hawaiian
U.S. births in 2023 575 Rising
Peak year 2024

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With N

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nalani Choy - Hawaiian musician and singer.
  • Nalani Olds - American volleyball player.
  • Nalani Wakita - Hawaiian hula dancer and instructor.

Sisters for Nalani

Girl names closely related to Nalani

Kehlani Ariyah Amani Ariah Mariah Milani Kai Zaniyah

Brothers for Nalani

Boy names closely related to Nalani

Kaleb Kyro Zion Tristan Khai Adonis Jaiden Ayden

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