High, exalted, or noble
Aliani is likely a modern melodic elaboration of the name Ali or Aliana. It draws from Arabic roots meaning 'high' or 'exalted' and may also be influenced by the Hawaiian name Liani, meaning 'soft' or 'gentle'.
Less common today
Aliani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,536 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
