Sky or heavens
Nehlani is a modern American creation, likely a variation of the Hawaiian name Nalani or a blend of names like Kehlani and Noelani. It is often interpreted through its Hawaiian roots to mean 'the heavens' or 'sky'.
Less common today
Nehlani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,534 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).