Declining since 2022, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Nohealani since 1980
Babies named Nohealani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 45 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 91 |
| 2020s | 76 |
Meaning & origin
Nohealani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'beautiful mist' or 'mist of heaven.' It entered U.S. records in 1980 and has seen modest but steady use, peaking in 2022. As of 2025, it ranks 8,860 nationally, with a frequency of 1 in 146,115 births. The name has been gradually declining since its peak, but it remains a distinctive choice that reflects Hawaiian heritage and the natural world.
Nohealani is a Hawaiian name formed from the elements 'nohea' meaning 'beautiful, lovely' and 'lani' meaning 'heaven, sky, royal.' It is a poetic name evoking natural beauty and celestial imagery, common in Hawaiian naming traditions. The name has been in use since at least the late 20th century, reflecting a broader interest in Hawaiian language and culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nohea, Lani, Healani
Sibling names for Nohealani
Names that share Nohealani's style, for a brother or sister.
