Ailani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ailani is a Hawaiian name that translates to 'heavenly child' or 'royal child', deriving from the words 'ai' and 'lani'. It has evolved through the Hawaiian language and carries meanings associated with royalty and nature. The name has gained popularity in contemporary settings, especially among those valuing Hawaiian heritage, and has no biblical significance. It is viewed positively and is associated with notable figures in the Hawaiian arts.
The name Ailani is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ailani has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ailani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2549th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 691st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ailani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ailani"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
Ailani is derived from the Hawaiian words 'ai', meaning 'to eat' or 'to consume', and 'lani', meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'. Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'heavenly food' or 'royal child'.
Meaning
heavenly child, royal child
Language Evolution
Ailani (modern Hawaiian), Ailanī (Old Hawaiian)
Historical Usage
Ailani has gained popularity in recent years, especially within Hawaiian culture and among those who appreciate Hawaiian names. It reflects a growing interest in cultural heritage and native languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Aila, Lani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ailani is perceived as a beautiful and unique name that carries positive connotations of nature and royalty, often associated with a Hawaiian cultural identity.
Famous People
Ailani Velez (Hawaiian artist), Ailani Kualii (Hawaiian hula dancer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ailani"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ailani"
"Ailani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2549th of 35406 | 1,060 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 691st of 30306 | 5,017 |
Regional Popularity of "Ailani" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ailani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.78% 2739th/4582 |
47.58% 2457th/5164 |
34.08% 2492nd/7313 |
23.48% 1752nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.90% 992nd/3984 |
20.99% 942nd/4487 |
9.56% 652nd/6822 |
8.16% 512th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ailani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ailani" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.