Girl · 315th of 30,306
Kehlani
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
12,533
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
1,972
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kehlani stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
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.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
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)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,972 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 46 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 15 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 2 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12458th of 23106 | 46 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 315th of 30306 | 12,487 |