Bright, shining, or heavenly
Alauni is a modern name likely derived from the Hawaiian name Alani, meaning orange tree or fruit, or influenced by the name Leilani. It carries connotations of light and celestial beauty in contemporary usage. While rare, it follows the popular trend of melodic, vowel-heavy names ending in 'i'.
About 10 girls were named Alauni in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).