Rising since 2001, #768 for girls today.
Popularity of Laylani since 2000
Babies named Laylani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 282 |
| 2010s | 1,194 |
| 2020s | 1,708 |
Meaning & origin
Laylani entered U.S. birth records around 2000, a modern coinage blending the sound of Layla with the fashionable -ani suffix. While its exact derivation is debated, the name has quickly climbed in popularity, reaching rank 768 in 2025 and showing a consistent upward trend since 2001. According to Social Security data, the peak year for Laylani so far is 2025, and it is given to approximately 1 in every 4,553 newborn girls nationally. The name sees strongest use in New Mexico, South Carolina, and Illinois, reflecting a broad geographic appeal. Laylani's steady rise suggests it resonates with parents seeking a melodic, contemporary name with multicultural overtones.
Laylani is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records around the year 2000. It likely combines elements from Layla, an Arabic name meaning "night" that gained popularity in the late 20th century, and the fashionable -ani suffix seen in names like Leilani. Alternatively, it may be influenced by the Hawaiian name Lani, meaning "sky" or "heaven," though the spelling Laylani is not traditional in Hawaiian. The name has been steadily rising in use, entering the top 1,000 in the 2020s.
Where Laylani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Layla, Lani, Lay
Sibling names for Laylani
Names that share Laylani's style, for a brother or sister.
