US Popularity Rank: 3554

Origin: Hawaiian

Meaning: Heaven; Sky; Royal chief; Beyond; Wool; Lion

Lani is a girl’s name of Filipino and Hawaiian origin, meaning “heaven,” “sky,” and "royal chief." In certain Slavic languages, in can translate to “beyond.” This dreamy name is a beautiful gift to give your little angel as they enter this world. A variation of Lainie, Lani is simple to spell and pronounce and easily trips off the tongue. Its ties to the Italian word lana for “wool” and the Turkish name Aslan for “lion,” make it a cherished favorite all across the globe. Whether you’d like to honor baby’s heritage or just love the heavenly meaning, baby Lani will always be reminded that the sky is the limit.