Rising since 2005, #3,832 for girls today.
Popularity of Neilani since 2005
Babies named Neilani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 147 |
Meaning & origin
Neilani is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005. Its rise in popularity has been steady; by 2025 it reached a rank of 3,832, with a 1-in-42,297 birth rate among girls. The name peaked in 2025, its highest year yet. Top states for Neilani include Pennsylvania and Texas. Its Hawaiian-inspired sound, likely a blend of elements like lani meaning 'heaven', gives it a gentle, island-like appeal. The name has no long history but fits a contemporary trend of melodic invented names.
Neilani is a modern American coinage, first recorded in 2005. It appears to blend Hawaiian elements (e.g., lani 'heaven, sky') or draw inspiration from names like Leilani or Neila. The name has no historical or traditional roots in Hawaiian or other languages but follows a pattern of contemporary invented names with melodic, island-style sounds.
Where Neilani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Neila, Lani, Nani
Sibling names for Neilani
Names that share Neilani's style, for a brother or sister.
