Maylani
2025 SSA
About Maylani
Maylani is a modern feminine name with Hawaiian influences, though it may be a contemporary creation rather than a traditional Hawaiian name. It likely combines elements like 'May' (the month or meaning 'might' or 'strength') with 'lani,' which means 'heaven' or 'sky' in Hawaiian. The name has a melodic quality and fits with the trend of names ending in '-ani' or '-lani.' Maylani began appearing on birth certificates in the United States in the early 2000s and has gradually increased in usage, especially among parents looking for unique, beautiful-sounding names with exotic flair. The name suggests beauty, heavenly qualities, and a connection to nature.
Pronounced may-LAH-nee.
As of October 2026, Maylani ranked #2000 in US births in 2025 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,622 | 31 | 17.4 |
| 2015 | #2,916 | 60 | 33.6 |
| 2016 | #3,128 | 53 | 29.9 |
| 2017 | #3,467 | 45 | 26.1 |
| 2018 | #2,729 | 63 | 37 |
| 2019 | #2,475 | 72 | 42.9 |
| 2020 | #2,673 | 63 | 39 |
| 2021 | #2,203 | 85 | 51.8 |
| 2022 | #2,545 | 70 | 42.7 |
| 2023 | #2,408 | 75 | 46.7 |
| 2024 | #2,124 | 90 | 55.5 |
| 2025 | #2,000 | 96 | 59.7 |