Meaning, origin, history
The name Lei is of Hawaiian origin and means "heavenly flower." It is often associated with the beautiful and fragrant plumeria flower that grows abundantly in Hawaii. The name Lei has been popularized by the famous Hawaiian singer Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, who had a song titled "Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" that featured the ukulele. Despite its Hawaiian origins, Lei is not exclusively used in Hawaii or among Hawaiian people. It has gained popularity worldwide as a unisex name and can be found in many different cultures and languages.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Lei since 1880
Total births
31
Total since 1880
Peak year
2015
6 births
in 2015
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
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vs previous 5 years