Heavenly flower or chief
Mahlani is a modern name likely derived from the Hawaiian elements 'pua' (flower) or 'lani' (heaven, sky, royal). It is often used as a more rhythmic variation of names like Kehlani or Malani, blending traditional Pacific Island sounds with contemporary American naming trends.
Less common today
Mahlani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,554 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
