Precious, awakening, or orange blossom
Alanii is a modern American elaboration of the Hawaiian name Alani. It likely draws from the Hawaiian word for 'orange' or 'orange blossom,' while also sharing roots with the Gaelic name Alan, meaning 'precious' or 'cheerful.'
Less common today
Alanii isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,968 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
