Meilani

At a Glance

Origin

Modern coinage (Hawaiian-styled), rhyming with Leilani

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

may-LAH-neeListen

Meilani is a modern coinage styled after Hawaiian names, pronounced may-LAH-nee, and it rhymes with the more familiar Leilani. You may have run across the claim that it means 'heavenly flower,' but that isn't accurate — there's no traditional root behind it, and the closest attested reading is closer to 'heavenly May.' If you're drawn to names with a bohemian, well-traveled, nature-loving feel, it fits that profile.

Meaning & Origin of Meilani

Origin: Modern coinage (Hawaiian-styled), rhyming with Leilani.

A common claim: Meilani means 'heavenly flower' Actually: Meilani is treated as a modern invented name, coined to rhyme with Leilani, rather than one with a traditional root. Its closest attested reading is 'heavenly May,' not 'flower.'

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Meilani

Popularity of Meilani

Meilani ranked #814 in the U.S. in 2024, the most recent year on record, with 340 girls given the name — and that same #814 is also its highest rank across the full 1982-2024 span, so last year marks its peak so far.

Names Like Meilani

These names share Meilani’s style, era or origin.

• Iwalani
• Pua
• Anuhea
• Haunani
• Hoku
• Hokulani

FAQ

What does the name Meilani mean?

Meilani means ‘heavenly flower’ Meilani is treated as a modern invented name, coined to rhyme with Leilani, rather than one with a traditional root. Its closest attested reading is ‘heavenly May,’ not ‘flower.’

How do you pronounce Meilani?

Meilani is pronounced may-LAH-nee (IPA: /meɪˈlɑːni/).

Is Meilani a popular name right now?

Meilani is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #814 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1982–2024.)

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