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UnisexHawaiian

Kalani

kah-LAH-nee

Popularity

#339

rising

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

Hawaiian

Total Births

11,687

Peak Year

#1,003 in 2021

First Recorded

1959

Style

Nature-Inspired, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Hawaiian name meaning 'the heavens' or 'sky; chief'.

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Gender Split

Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kalani Hilliker

    American dancer and television personality.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

PeacefulGentleSpiritualCreative

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