Kaylani

Meaning of Kaylani

Kaylani means "sea and sky." It is a combination of the Hawaiian words "kai" (sea) and "lani" (sky, heaven, royal).

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Popularity of Kaylani

Kaylani is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #185 in 2025 from #760 in 2016.

Notable people named Kaylani

• Kehlani Parrish
  American singer and songwriter
• Kaylani Lei
  American actress and model
• Kaylani Lukela
  American soccer player
• Kaylani Juanita
  American singer and songwriter
• Kaylani Paliotta
  American actress

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Questions about the name Kaylani

What does the name Kaylani mean?

Kaylani means kaylani means "sea and sky." it is a combination of the hawaiian words "kai" (sea) and "lani" (sky, heaven, royal), and it comes from Hawaiian origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Kaylani?

In 2025, Kaylani ranked #185 for girls, up from #241 the year before.

When was Kaylani most popular?

Kaylani peaked at #185 in 2025.