Rising since 2015, #3,296 for girls today.
Popularity of Halani since 2015
Babies named Halani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 26 |
| 2020s | 126 |
Meaning & origin
Halani first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2015, ranking 3,296th in 2025 with an incidence of 1 in 34,197 girls. It has been steadily rising in popularity since its debut, reaching its peak in 2025. The name is most common in South Carolina, Georgia, and Texas. As a modern invention, Halani lacks a clear etymological history, but its melodic sound and similarity to Hawaiian-inspired names likely contribute to its appeal.
Halani is a name of recent coinage, first recorded in U.S. data in 2015. It may be a blend of sounds from names like Halia or Lani, or a variant of Hawaiian names such as Halani (meaning 'heavenly'). However, its exact derivation is uncertain, and it is most likely a modern invented name.
Where Halani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lani, Hali, Lala
Sibling names for Halani
Names that share Halani's style, for a brother or sister.
