Heavenly flower or lioness
Layoni is a modern name with multiple possible etymologies. It is often used as a creative variation of Leilani, meaning 'heavenly flower' in Hawaiian, or as a stylized feminine form of Lyon, referencing the lioness. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a melodic, multi-cultural sound.
Less common today
Layoni isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,949 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
