| Meaning | the heavens, sky |
| Origin | Hawaiian |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Kalani |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ka-la-ni |
About Kalani
Rich with cultural depth and melodic beauty, Kalani flows like a gentle wave, carrying elegance in every syllable. This name has experienced rising popularity as parents discover its perfect balance of uniqueness and accessibility. The three-syllable structure gives it a substantial, complete feeling without being cumbersome or difficult to pronounce. Kalani works wonderfully across various cultural contexts while maintaining its distinctive character, never losing its special quality even as it gains recognition. The name suggests someone regal yet approachable, strong yet graceful—qualities many parents hope to instill in their daughters. It ages beautifully, sounding equally appropriate for a curious toddler, an ambitious teenager, and a confident adult. Kalani also offers potential for nicknames while being lovely in its full form, providing flexibility as your daughter grows and develops her own preferences.
Nicknames for Kalani
| Kal |
| Lani |
| Kali |
| Ani |
| Kay |
Famous People Named Kalani
| Kalani Robb | Hawaiian surfer |
| Kalani Hilliker | American dancer and reality TV star |
| Kalani Queypo | Native American actor and filmmaker |
| Kalani Ahmad | Malaysian actress |
| Kalani Iwiula | Tongan footballer |
| Kalani Ricketts | American softball player |
| Kalani Chapman | Hawaiian surfer |
| Kalani Kokonuts | American burlesque dancer and entertainer |
| Kalani Faagata | Reality TV star - 90 Day Fiancé |
| Kalani Sitake | American football coach |
| Kalani Lattanzi | Australian singer and actress |
| Kalani English | Hawaiian politician |
| Kalani Pe'a | Hawaiian singer and musician |
| Kalani Ahmad Al-Zuhair | Kuwaiti politician |
| Kalani Brown | American actress and comedian |
| Kalani Gordon | American journalist |
| Kalani Ball Free | Native Hawaiian dancer and educator |
| Kalani Miller | American artist and designer |
Characters Named Kalani
| Kalani Leilanu | Character in a Hawaiian-themed novel |
| Kalani Rivers | Adventurous protagonist in a fantasy book series |
| Kalani Gomez | Teen detective in a mystery novel |
| Kalani Morgan | Magical being in a young adult fantasy novel |
| Kalani Thompson | Sci-fi space explorer in a futuristic series |
| Kalani Patel | Main character in a romantic novel set in India |
| Kalani Wagner | Supernatural entity in a horror story |
| Kalani Johnson | Time-traveling heroine in a historical fiction book |
| Kalani Anderson | Superheroine in a graphic novel series |
| Kalani Vega | Dystopian survivor in a post-apocalyptic novel |
| Kalani Ramirez | Talented musician in a coming-of-age novel |
| Kalani Mitchell | Investigative journalist in a thriller novel |
| Kalani Fitzgerald | Inspirational figure in a self-help book |
| Kalani Bennett | Young wizard in a magical adventure book |
| Kalani Montgomery | Archaeologist in an action-adventure novel |
| Kalani Sinclair | Spy and master of disguise in a spy thriller |
| Kalani Lawson | Protagonist in a contemporary fiction story |
| Kalani Greene | Athlete in a sports-themed novel |
| Kalani O'Connor | Space pirate in a sci-fi space opera |
| Kalani Cameron | Animal whisperer in a children's fantasy tale |