Pualani

“Pualani is a beautiful Hawaiian name composed of 'pua' (flower) and 'lani' (heaven)” — Symbolizes purity and delicacy

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17030US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

117All-time births

📅 Since 193900

How to pronounce Pualani

POO·AL·un·EE

/ˈpuː.ˈæl.ən.ˈiː/ · stress on POO · 4 syllables

“Pualani is a beautiful Hawaiian name composed of 'pua' (flower) and 'lani' (heaven)”

Symbolizes purity and delicacy · Hawaii origin

What does Pualani mean and where does it come from?

Pualani is a beautiful Hawaiian name composed of 'pua' (flower) and 'lani' (heaven). It symbolizes purity and delicacy, often evoking images of the lush and vibrant flora of Hawaii. Pualani is commonly used in Hawaiian culture and, due to the popularity of Hawaiian-themed names, has gained some reco

Cultural significance

Pualani has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hawaiian.

Peak popularity

Reached #4936 in 1939 — currently #17030 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Pualani?

Pualani works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Pualani Grace

How popular is Pualani right now?

Falling — down 3417 spots — currently #17030 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#17030 · Top 13%

1975

1995

2010

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#17030	5	▼ down 3417 · -29% births
2010	#13613	7	▲ up 89 · +40% births
1995	#13702	5	▼ down 4278
1975	#9424	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pualani

Best Year1975Rank #9424

Peak Count7

Average Rank#13442

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1975 - 20234 years

The story of Pualani

Pualani entered American naming records in 1939 and has been in use for over 85 years. With 117 total births recorded, Pualani remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9424 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17030 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pualani in 1939:

Mary Barbara Patricia Betty Shirley

Pualani by decade

Pualani peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	5
1970s ★	28
1980s	23
1990s	24
2000s	25
2010s	12

💎Pualani has only 117 total recorded births since 1939 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Pualani?

Common

PuaPualPualiePualyAni

What names sound and feel like Pualani?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Pualani also consider these

Puanani

Hawaiian · Beautiful flower

Ualani

Hawaii · Heavenly brightness

Hawaii · The calmness of

Kialani

Hawaii · Hawaiian

Kulani

Hawaii · The place of

Emalani

Hawaii · Hawaiian

Common questions about the name Pualani

What does the name Pualani mean?

Pualani means "Hawaiian" — a name rooted in Hawaii tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Pualani?

Pualani is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Pualani?

Pualani originates from Hawaii tradition. Hawaii names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Pualani?

Pualani is a four-syllable name pronounced P UW1 AE1 L AH0 N IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Pualani?

Pualani pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hawaii heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.