Kaelani
girl name#1818 in 2025Kaelani entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #1586 in 2023, ranks #1818 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1988–2025
#1818
rank today
#1586
peak (2023)
110
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11323 |
| 1990s | #10240 |
| 2000s | #7875 |
| 2010s | #3924 |
| 2020s | #1832 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kaelani has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Kaelani are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaelani is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaelani in 2025?
- Kaelani ranks #1818 among US girl names in 2025, with 110 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaelani most popular?
- Kaelani peaked in 2023, reaching #1586 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kaelani with classmates?
- Kaelani will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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