Heavenly flower or royal path
Lalani is a Hawaiian name derived from the elements 'lani', meaning heaven or sky, and 'la', which can refer to the sun or a path. It is often interpreted as a variation of Leilani, specifically meaning heavenly flower or royal child. The name evokes the natural beauty and spiritual significance of the Hawaiian islands.
Less common today
Lalani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,686 in 2025.
A character in the middle-grade fantasy novel · Lalani of the Distant Sea
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
