Leinani
Leinani is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,321 in the US, popular nicknames include Lei, Ley, and Leiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Leinani first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 139 babies have been named Leinani in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leinani is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,321 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,321
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Leinani
Leinani is a girl name .
Leinani is currently ranked #11,321 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leinani include Lei, Ley, Leiie, and Leinie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leinani include Leina . 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