Kailani
girl name#253 in 2025Kailani entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #222 in 2022, ranks #253 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1980–2025
#253
rank today
#222
peak (2022)
1,215
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #8676 |
| 1990s | #5236 |
| 2000s | #1903 |
| 2010s | #834 |
| 2020s | #256 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kailani has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 12,500 people named Kailani are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kailani 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 Kailani in 2025?
- Kailani ranks #253 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,215 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kailani most popular?
- Kailani peaked in 2022, reaching #222 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kailani with classmates?
- Kailani will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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