Sea and sky
A modern Hawaiian-inspired name that combines the elements 'kai' meaning sea and 'lani' meaning sky or heavens. It has gained significant popularity in the United States recently, largely influenced by contemporary R&B culture.
About 1,981 girls were named Kehlani in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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