How Many People Are Named Neilani?

Complete statistics for the name Neilani: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Neilani
Very Rare
Hawaiian

Neilani means 'heavenly sea' in Hawaiian, making it a truly unique choice. Only 254 people named Neilani live in the US today, which means 1 in 1,297,554 Americans have this name. It's a rising name, peaking in 2024 with 34 births.

~254
Living in US
1 in 1,297,554
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Heavenly sea
🌐
Origin
Hawaiian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Serene Mystical Calming
1
Life Path Number

Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

323
Worldwide Bearers
#1,171,416
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
254

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
254 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 9
256
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 256 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
5
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Neilani Through the Generations

Neilani, a name that's seen a surge in popularity in recent years, has been bestowed upon 256 children since its recorded inception. With 34 births in 2024 marking its peak, Neilani stands out as a modern name, with all 256 individuals being under 30 years old. This age skew indicates that Neilani is a genuinely contemporary choice, reflecting current naming trends and preferences.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 7

✨ Similar Names to Neilani

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Neilani's Hawaiian roots

📄 About the Name Neilani

How Many People Have the Name Neilani?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 254 people in the United States currently share the name Neilani. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,297,554 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Neilani a Common or Rare Name?

Neilani is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Neilani Mean?

Neilani means "heavenly sea" and comes from Hawaiian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Neilani in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Neilani Most Popular?

The name Neilani reached peak popularity in 2024, with 34 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Neilani?

Approximately 254 people named Neilani live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 256. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,297,554 Americans.

Is Neilani a rare name?

Neilani is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,297,554 Americans has this name.

What does the name Neilani mean?

Neilani means "heavenly sea" and comes from Hawaiian origins.

Is Neilani more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Neilani are male and 100% are female.

When was Neilani most popular?

Neilani peaked in 2024 with 34 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US254
All-Time Births256
1 in X1 in 1,297,554
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age9
Peak Year2024
World Rank#1,171,416
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.