Uilani

“heavenly light” — Associated with light and brightness

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13349US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

97All-time births

📅 Since 197100

How to pronounce Uilani

YOO·EYE·LAH·nee

/ˈjuː.ˈaɪ.ˈlɑ.niː/ · stress on YOO · 4 syllables

“heavenly light”

Associated with light and brightness · Hawaii origin

What does Uilani mean and where does it come from?

Uilani is a Hawaiian name that beautifully captures the essence of the Hawaiian culture, emphasizing nature and the divine. It is considered a name for girls born under a lucky star, often associated with light and brightness. The name has been growing in popularity among Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian f

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #6655 in 1981 — currently #13349 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Uilani?

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

Uilani Grace

How popular is Uilani right now?

Rising fast — up 116 spots — currently #13349 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#13349 · Top 9.9%

1990

1995

2010

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13349	7	▲ up 116
2022	#13465	7	▲ up 1926 · +17% births
2010	#15391	6	▼ down 4413 · -14% births
1995	#10978	7	▲ up 999 · +17% births
1990	#11977	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Uilani

Best Year1995Rank #10978

Peak Count7

Average Rank#13032

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20235 years

The story of Uilani

Uilani is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 97 total births recorded, Uilani remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11977 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13349 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Uilani in 1981:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Sarah Melissa

Uilani by decade

Uilani peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	23
1980s ★	34
1990s	19
2000s	10
2010s	11

💎Uilani has only 97 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Uilani?

Common

UilUilieUilyAni

What names sound and feel like Uilani?

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

Ualani

Hawaii · Heavenly brightness

Lilani

Hawaii · heavenly garland of

Hawaii · cheerful and light

Kulani

Hawaii · The place of

Lulani

Hawaii · Heavenly, sky

Common questions about the name Uilani

What does the name Uilani mean?

Uilani means "heavenly light" — 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 Uilani?

Uilani is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Uilani have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Uilani?

Uilani 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 Uilani?

Uilani is a four-syllable name pronounced Y UW1 AY1 L AA1 N IY0. 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 Uilani?

Uilani 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.