Kehlani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kehlani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'heavens' or 'sky'. It has its roots in the Hawaiian language and has evolved into its modern form without significant historical changes. The name is associated with positive traits such as creativity and connection to nature. It does not have biblical relevance, but gained popularity in the 21st century, largely due to the fame of singer Kehlani. Variants include Kailani and Kehlan.
The name Kehlani is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kehlani has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kehlani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12458th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 315th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kehlani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kehlani"
Pronunciation
/keɪˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Kehlani is derived from the Hawaiian language, where 'Ke' means 'the' and 'Lani' means 'heaven' or 'sky'. Together, it can be interpreted as 'the heavens' or 'the sky'.
Meaning
heavens, sky
Language Evolution
Kehlani (modern Hawaiian)
Historical Usage
The name Kehlani gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly due to the rise of American singer-songwriter Kehlani Ashley Parrish, who brought the name into mainstream consciousness.
Variants & Derivatives
Kailani, Kehlan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kehlani is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity, artistry, and a connection to nature.
Famous People
Kehlani Ashley Parrish (singer-songwriter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kehlani"
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 "Kehlani"
"Kehlani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12458th of 23106 | 46 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 315th of 30306 | 12,487 |
Regional Popularity of "Kehlani" 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 "Kehlani" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.94% 396th/3984 |
7.31% 328th/4487 |
3.53% 241st/6822 |
5.90% 370th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kehlani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kehlani" 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.