The heavens or the sky
Kilani is a modern Hawaiian name derived from the elements 'lani', meaning sky, heaven, or royal, and the prefix 'ki-'. It reflects a spiritual connection to the celestial realm and is often chosen for its melodic, airy sound. While rare on the US mainland, it follows the popular trend of names ending in the 'lani' suffix.
About 16 girls were named Kilani in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series · Suikoden Tierkreis
