Leilani

English

Etymology

From Hawaiian Leilani.

Proper noun

Leilani

  1. A female given name from Hawaiian

Hawaiian

Etymology

lei (a lei; a child) + lani (heavenly, royal); "heavenly lei, royal child".

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /lei̯ˈla.ni/, [lejˈlɐ.ni]

Proper noun

Leilani

  1. a female or (rarely) male given name from Hawaiian, popular since the end of the 19th century

References

  • Mary Kawena Pukui - Samuel Elbert, Hawaiian Dictionary, University of Hawaii Press 1986, page 200
  • Hawaii State Archives: Marriage records The name does not appear in 19th century marriage records. Early examples:
    Leilani Mossman (female), married in 1912, Honolulu
    Edward Leilani Paaluhi, married in 1913, Molokai
  • Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names by State: Leilani was included in the top hundred first names for girls born in the State of Hawaii in 1961-1963 and 1967-2007.
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