Rising since 2001, #1,198 for girls today.
Popularity of Keilany since 2001
Babies named Keilany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 246 |
| 2020s | 808 |
Meaning & origin
Keilany is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2001. As of 2025, it ranks 1198th in popularity, with an incidence of roughly 1 in 8,415 newborn girls, making it an uncommon but growing choice. Its peak year to date is 2025, reflecting a gradual upward trajectory. The name is most frequently found in Colorado, New Jersey, and Maryland, suggesting a regional preference. While its etymology is unclear, Keilany likely follows the trend of Hawaiian-inspired names like Keilani and Kailani, blended with a fashionable ending. There are no historical or literary references associated with it, and it remains a contemporary coinage without traditional roots.
Keilany is a modern coinage, first recorded in U.S. data in 2001. It appears to be a blend or variant of names like Keilani (Hawaiian for 'heavenly child' or 'glorious chief') or Keely (Irish, meaning 'slender'), combined with the popular -ny suffix. No traditional etymology exists.
Where Keilany is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kei, Lani, Kiki
Sibling names for Keilany
Names that share Keilany's style, for a brother or sister.
