Rising since 2017, #4,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Laiani since 2017
Babies named Laiani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 79 |
Meaning & origin
Laiani is a recent addition to the U.S. naming landscape, first recorded in 2017. As of 2025, it ranks 4,067 nationally, with about 1 in 45,922 babies given the name. Its trajectory indicates a steady rise in use since its first appearance, peaking in 2025. The name is most common in Florida, reflecting a trend toward melodic, vowel-heavy names reminiscent of Hawaiian or Polynesian influences. While its exact etymology is unclear, Laiani fits a pattern of modern invented names that combine popular sounds, contributing to its growing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice.
Laiani is a modern name, first appearing in U.S. records in 2017. It may be a blend of popular name elements such as "Lai" (from names like Laila or Lai) and the suffix "-ani" (common in Hawaiian-influenced names like Leilani, meaning "heavenly flower"). Its exact derivation is unclear, but it follows a trend of melodic, vowel-rich names popular in the 21st century.
Where Laiani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lai, Ani, Lani
Sibling names for Laiani
Names that share Laiani's style, for a brother or sister.
