2025 rank (girls)
#5,238
Babies named in 2025
24
Peak popularity
2021
2025 frequency
1 in 66,969 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2018
Rising since 2018, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Cailani since 2017
Babies named Cailani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 119 |
Meaning & origin
Cailani is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2017, reflecting the ongoing trend of creative, melodic names. It reached a peak rank of 5,238 in 2023, with about 1 in every 66,969 girls given the name that year. The name's trajectory has been rising since 2018, suggesting growing appeal among parents seeking distinctive choices.
Cailani first appeared in U.S. records in 2017. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly blending sounds from names like Caylee, Lani, or similar fashionable elements. No traditional etymology or historical usage has been established.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Cailani
Names that share Cailani's style, for a brother or sister.
