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Alternatives to Leilani

MiaLen
By MiaLen
Updated Fri Feb 16 2024
Lovely Leilani has risen, in part due to her on-trend and alluring double-L shape, in part due to her beautiful meaning and Hawaiian origins. Here are some names similar in sound and style!
  1. Aulelei

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"

    • Description:

      A lovely Hawaiian name meaning "you are beautiful" that feels on trend with Leilani, Ailani, and related names.
  2. Ayla

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, or Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "oak tree, or halo, moonlight"

    • Description:

      Bright, fresh, and sunny, Ayla is a fashionable choice for girls. Reminiscent of other trending names such as Layla, Isla, and Ava, Ayla has recently found its place in the Top 100.
  3. Belini
    • Cailani

      • Description:

        Cailani is a feminine name with Hawaiian influences, though it may be a modern creation inspired by Hawaiian naming patterns. It likely combines elements that suggest 'ocean' or 'sky' with feminine endings common in Polynesian languages. The melodic quality of Cailani, with its flowing vowels and soft consonants, evokes tropical imagery and a sense of natural beauty. This name emerged in usage primarily in the 21st century, reflecting growing interest in unique names with cultural associations. Though still uncommon, Cailani appeals to parents seeking names that sound exotic and beautiful while conveying a connection to island cultures and natural elements.
    • Calani

      • Description:

        Calani is a feminine name with diverse cultural roots. It may be derived from Hawaiian, where 'Kalani' means 'the heavens' or 'sky,' with this spelling variation offering a unique twist. The name could also have origins in Native American languages or be a modern creation inspired by popular name endings like '-ani.' Calani has a melodious quality with its alternating consonants and vowels, giving it a rhythmic flow. While not among common mainstream names, Calani appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet pronounceable. The name carries a sense of natural beauty and celestial connection, making it feel both contemporary and timeless. Its rarity means a child named Calani is unlikely to share her name with classmates.

    • Camellia

      • Origin:

        Flower name, from Czech surname

      • Meaning:

        "Kamel's flower"

      • Description:

        Camellia is a rare flower name with distinct roots related to the Camille/Camila group and has varied associations to the moon, water, wealth, and perfection. It could be thought of as a floral replacement for Amelia.
    • Deilani

      • Description:

        Deilani is a feminine name with Hawaiian influences, though it appears to be a modern creation or variation. It likely derives from names like 'Leilani' (heavenly flower) with the prefix 'De' added for uniqueness. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowels, giving it an exotic and contemporary feel. Deilani has gained modest attention in recent decades as parents seek distinctive names with multicultural appeal. Though not historically traditional, it fits within the trend of Hawaiian-inspired names that have become increasingly popular in the United States. The name suggests beauty, grace, and uniqueness, making it appealing to parents looking for something uncommon yet melodious.

    • Delaney

      • Origin:

        Irish

      • Meaning:

        "dark challenger; dark river"

      • Description:

        Delaney has been a popular surname-style choice since 90s, when it joined other Irish surnames such as Cassidy, Kennedy, and Mallory on the US Charts. Buoyant, bright, and cheerful, it ranks in the US Top 250 and is given to nearly 1300 babies every year.
    • Ehlani

      • Origin:

        Invented name

      • Description:

        Girl names ending in -lani are invented every year — Ehlani is among the latest pseudo-Hawaiian inventions.
    • Eleni

      • Origin:

        Greek variation of Helen

      • Description:

        A common choice in Greece, Eleni is starting to rise in the US thanks to its bouncy rhythm and trendy I ending.
    • Elenola
      • Eulalie

        • Origin:

          French form of Eulalia, Greek

        • Meaning:

          "sweetly speaking"

        • Description:

          Eulalie hasn't ranked in the US Top 1000 since 1899, but its French roots might make it more appealing to modern ears than its sister Eulalia.
      • Fiordenni
        • Galilee

          • Origin:

            Hebrew

          • Meaning:

            "the province"

          • Description:

            Galilee is a highly unusual place name, Galilee being a large region in northern Israel, the home of Jesus during at least thirty years of his life, and also where he cured a blind man. The Sea of Galilee gets its name from the area.
        • Hanalei

          • Origin:

            Hawaiian

          • Meaning:

            "crescent bay or garland valley"

          • Description:

            An appealing Hawaiian name which belongs to a town, river and bay on Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The two possible meanings of the name, "crescent bay" or "garland (lei) valley" both describe the beauty of the place.
        • Heavenly

          • Origin:

            Word name

          • Description:

            Heavenly, the word that's become a name, has been flirting with the bottom of the Top 1000 for a handful of years now. Heaven and cousins like Nevaeh have been well-used so adding the popular -ly suffix, ala Everly, seems like a natural progression.
        • Hualani

          • Origin:

            Hawaiian

          • Meaning:

            "heavenly fruit"

          • Description:

            An intruiging and rare Hawaiian "-lani" name to add to the books if you are looking for an alternative to trendy Leilani and Kehlani.
        • Hiʻilani
          • Ilani

            • Description:

              Ilani is a feminine name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Hawaiian culture, Ilani relates to concepts of heaven or sky, suggesting elevation and spiritual height. In Hebrew, it can be connected to 'ilan' meaning 'tree,' symbolizing growth and strength. The name also has roots in Native American traditions, particularly among certain Pacific Northwest tribes. Ilani has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, giving it an exotic and distinctive quality. Its melodic sound, with soft vowels and a flowing cadence, contributes to its appeal for parents seeking something unique yet pronounceable. The name's cross-cultural significance and natural associations make it attractive to those who value names with deep symbolic meanings related to nature and spirituality.

          • Iolani

            • Origin:

              Hawaiian

            • Meaning:

              "hawk of royalty"

            • Description:

              Iolani feels quintessentially Hawaiian, a stylish origin for baby names these days thanks to Malia, the Hawaiian name of the Obamas' older daughter. The initial I is pronounced with a long e sound, as in Waikiki, and the name Iolani has four syllables.