Nalei
Nalei is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,184 in the US, popular nicknames include Nal, Nay, and Nalie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nalei first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 6 babies have been named Nalei in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nalei is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #26,184 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #26,184
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Nalei
Nalei is a girl name .
Nalei is currently ranked #26,184 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nalei include Nal, Nay, and Nalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nalei include Naleia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis