The heavens, sky, or royal ones
Khalani is a modern American variation of the Hawaiian name Kalani. It combines the elements 'ka', meaning 'the', and 'lani', meaning 'sky', 'heaven', or 'royal'. The addition of the 'h' is a stylistic choice popular in contemporary naming trends.
About 293 girls were named Khalani in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Khalani — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
