Amiya vs Kelani

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amiya

Girl #1,421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"delightful, nectar-like"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian South Asian African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,421
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ami, Miya, Mia

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amiya Rank #1,421
Kelani Rank #1,361

Kelani is more popular, ranked #1361 vs #1421 for Amiya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amiya ___

  • Amiya Rose
  • Amiya Grace
  • Amiya Nicole
  • Amiya Simone
  • Amiya Renee
  • Amiya Joy

Kelani ___

  • Kelani Rose
  • Kelani Grace
  • Kelani Jade
  • Kelani Skye
  • Kelani Rae
  • Kelani Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amiya

Amara Zara Imani Nadia Aviana

If you choose Kelani

Kai Leilani Koa Moana Nalu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amiya or Kelani more popular?

Kelani is more popular, ranked #1361 compared to Amiya at #1421 in the United States.

What do Amiya and Kelani mean?

Amiya means "delightful, nectar-like" (Sanskrit origin). Kelani means "the sky, the heavens" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amiya and Kelani boy or girl names?

Amiya is primarily a girl name. Kelani is primarily a girl name.

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