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The name Ailanis is a girl's name meaning "handsome, cheerful; high chief; shining light, of the moon".

One of many variants of the Hawaiian-Spanish-Turkish-Irish fusion, Ailani, that made waves in 2024. This form also brings in an element of Alanis and Alan. 


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The name Ailanis is currently ranked #6553 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #6553 in 2025.

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