Aalani
2025 SSA
About Aalani
Aalani is a feminine name of Hawaiian origin that carries the beautiful meaning of 'path to the summit' or 'high way.' This melodic name combines the Hawaiian elements 'ala' (path or way) and 'lani' (heaven or sky), creating a name that evokes images of ascending to great heights or reaching for the stars. Aalani has gained popularity in recent decades as parents increasingly seek names with meaningful cultural backgrounds and positive connotations. Its flowing vowels and gentle sound make it appealing to those looking for a name that is both exotic and easy to pronounce. While not among the most common names, Aalani continues to grow in usage, particularly in the United States, as Hawaiian names have become more widely embraced.
Pronounced ah-AH-lee.
As of October 2026, Aalani ranked #2822 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #4,169 | 33 | 20.4 |
| 2021 | #4,012 | 36 | 21.9 |
| 2022 | #3,824 | 39 | 23.8 |
| 2023 | #4,044 | 36 | 22.4 |
| 2024 | #4,651 | 29 | 17.9 |
| 2025 | #2,822 | 60 | 37.3 |