Kanila
kah-NEE-lah
Kanila is a girl’s name of Hawaiian origin, meaning “A Hawaiian name, meaning 'fragrant jasmine'. It denotes a beautiful and sweet-smelling flower.”, and peaked in popularity in 2007.
What Kanila Means
“A Hawaiian name, meaning 'fragrant jasmine'. It denotes a beautiful and sweet-smelling flower.”
The Story of Kanila
This name unfolds like a delicate blossom, carrying the sweet fragrance of paradise.
Kanila is a Hawaiian name, imbued with the gentle spirit of the islands. It is known for its connection to nature, specifically the fragrant jasmine flower, representing pure and sweet scents.
For your loving daughter, Kanila evokes a gentle cheerfulness and graceful presence. You see her as a bright spirit, spreading kindness and warmth wherever she goes, much like the flower she is named for.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 2007
Total Births
5
First Recorded
2007
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