Of the heavens
Derived from the Hawaiian elements 'o', a preposition meaning 'of', and 'lani', meaning 'heaven', 'sky', or 'royal'. It is a rhythmic name that conveys a sense of spiritual or celestial connection. While rare on the US mainland, it follows the popular 'lani' naming tradition found in many Pacific Island cultures.
About 5 girls were named Okalani in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).