Leilani

Leilani is a female first name that originates from Hawaiian and means 'the flowers of heaven', 'the heavenly flowers', 'the flower heaven', 'the child of heaven', 'the royal child', and 'the heavenly child'. The name is composed of the words lei, which means 'flower' or 'child', and lani, which stands for 'royal', 'heaven', or 'majesty'.

What does the name Leilani mean?

Leilani is a Hawaiian name for girls that encompasses the meanings 'the flowers of heaven', 'the heavenly flowers', 'the flower heaven', 'the child of heaven', 'the royal child', and 'the heavenly child'. The origin of the name lies in Hawaiian and is composed of the terms lei for 'flower' or 'child' and lani for 'royal', 'heaven', or 'majesty'. Variants of this name include Lailani, Laylani, and Leylani.

Where does the name Leilani come from?

Leilani is a female first name of Hawaiian origin that carries meanings such as 'the flowers of heaven' and 'the royal child'. The name is composed of the words lei = flower, child (in Hawaiian) and lani = royal, heaven, majesty (in Hawaiian). It belongs to the Hawaiian language.

How do you pronounce Leilani?

The name Leilani has a melodic sound and is three syllables long. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Lei-la-ni' [leɪ̯ˈlaːni]. The name begins with a gliding diphthong that gives a broad impression. The stressed middle syllable provides rhythm, while the bright vowels create a soft, flowing sound. Leilani sounds exotic and floral, light, friendly, and melodious.

Popularity

In Germany, Leilani enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 929th on the list of the most common female first names. The name achieved its best placement in 2011 with 678th place. In the last ten years, Leilani has been given as a first name about 410 times, placing it 984th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 971st.

Nicknames & pet names

Lane / Lani / Lanski / Lei / Leila / Leili

Famous people

• Leilani Bishop (American model)
• Leilani Dowding (English model)
• Leilani Gaja (Japanese actress)
• Leilani Jones (model from the USA)
• Leilani Latu (Australian rugby player)
• Leilani Leeane (American model)
• Leilani Mitchell (basketball player from America)
• Leilani Munter (race car driver from America)
• Leilani Sarelle (US actress)