Sky, heavens, or royal child
Khylani is a modern American coinage, likely a creative variation of the Hawaiian name Kailani. It combines elements suggesting the sky or heavens with a contemporary stylistic flair. The name has gained traction as parents look for unique, melodic alternatives to more established names like Kehlani.
Less common today
Khylani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,685 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
