Kalani

Meaning of Kalani

Kalani means "the heavens" or "royal one."

Kalani has Hawaiian roots — browse every Hawaiian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kalani

Kalani has cooled off, slipping to #387 in 2025, down from a peak of #339 in 2021.

Notable people named Kalani

• Kalani Hilliker
  American dancer and actress
• Kalani Queypo
  American actor and producer
• Kalani Vierra
  American surfer
• Kalani David
  American surfer and skateboarder
• Kalani Miller
  American designer and model

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Questions about the name Kalani

What does the name Kalani mean?

Kalani means kalani means "the heavens" or "royal one.", and it comes from Hawaiian origins.

Is Kalani a boy's or a girl's name?

Kalani is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kalani?

In 2025, Kalani ranked #387 for girls, down from #339 the year before.

When was Kalani most popular?

Kalani peaked at #339 in 2021.