Rising since 2006, #2,017 for girls today.
Popularity of Kylani since 2003
Babies named Kylani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 197 |
| 2020s | 447 |
Meaning & origin
Kylani is a modern American coinage that entered the U.S. baby name landscape in 2003, reflecting the contemporary preference for melodic, invented names with a Pacific-inspired flair. Its structure combines the trendy 'Ky-' onset, seen in names like Kylie and Kyler, with the '-lani' suffix popularized by Hawaiian names such as Leilani and Kalani. Though its meaning is uncertain, the name evokes a sense of tropical warmth and femininity. Since 2006, Kylani has steadily risen in usage, reaching its peak rank of 2017 in 2025, with a frequency of 1 in 17,099 births. Its strongest popularity is in Louisiana, Illinois, and Virginia, suggesting regional appeal in diverse, culturally vibrant states. While still uncommon, Kylani exemplifies the creativity and individuality driving American naming trends in the 2020s.
Kylani first appeared in U.S. records in 2003, part of a wave of invented names formed from popular phonetic elements. The initial 'Ky-' echoes names like Kylie and Kyle, while the '-lani' ending draws inspiration from Hawaiian names such as Leilani, giving it a melodic, tropical feel. Its rise in the 2010s and 2020s reflects broader trends in modern American baby naming toward unique, flowing feminine names.
Where Kylani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kyla, Lani
Variants: Kylanie, Kylany
Sibling names for Kylani
Names that share Kylani's style, for a brother or sister.
