Kalani
girl name#387 in 2025Kalani entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #339 in 2021, ranks #387 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1963–2025
#387
rank today
#339
peak (2021)
800
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5393 |
| 1970s | #6855 |
| 1980s | #4780 |
| 1990s | #3455 |
| 2000s | #1793 |
| 2010s | #997 |
| 2020s | #369 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kalani has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 10,000 people named Kalani are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kalani is a kid of about 6 — 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 Kalani in 2025?
- Kalani ranks #387 among US girl names in 2025, with 800 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kalani most popular?
- Kalani peaked in 2021, reaching #339 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kalani with classmates?
- Kalani will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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