Meaning, origin, history
Leilani is a Hawaiian female given name that means "heavenly flower." It is composed of two elements: leina ("heaven") and lanike ("child"). Leilani was the name chosen by King Kamehameha III for his daughter, who was born in 1853. The name gained popularity during the Hawaiian monarchy period and has since been used widely throughout Hawaii and among people of Hawaiian descent around the world. Despite its origin, Leilani is now considered a universal name and can be found in various cultures and communities.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Leilane since 1880
Total births
10
Total since 1880
Peak year
2007
5 births
in 2009
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
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vs previous 5 years