US Popularity:1244
Origin:Hawaiian
Meaning:Glorious sky; Glorious heaven; Glorious chief
Keilani is a unique Hawaiian girl’s name that conjures images of tropical islands and serene oceans. It is similar to the popular Polynesian name Leilani and has many alternative spellings, including Kehlani, popularized by the Grammy Award-nominated singer of the same name. Keilani is one of those rare names whose definition is as beautiful as its sound. In Hawaiian, it means “glorious heaven” and “glorious sky,” as well as “glorious chief.” or “royal one.” Named Keilani, baby will grow up not only with a deep connection to the natural world, but with a legacy of leadership and majesty.

Keilani Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Keilani is currently #1628 on The Bump
Girl:Keilani is currently #726 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Keilani is currently #1244 in U.S. births
Girl:Keilani is currently #472 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1244
in 2023
- 9
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Keilani, February 2020

  • Ulukau Hawaiian Dictionaries, kei

  • Ulukau Hawaiian Dictionaries, lani

  • IMDb, Kehlani

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