Bernice vs Leiani

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leiani

Girl #3,786 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly flower, lei of heaven"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,786
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lei, Ani

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bernice Rank #3,814
Leiani Rank #3,786

Leiani is more popular, ranked #3786 vs #3814 for Bernice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bernice ___

  • Bernice Mae
  • Bernice Claire
  • Bernice Rose
  • Bernice Elizabeth
  • Bernice Jane
  • Bernice Louise

Leiani ___

  • Leiani Rose
  • Leiani Grace
  • Leiani Kai
  • Leiani Marie
  • Leiani Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bernice

Mabel Sylvia Dorothy Clarence Walter

If you choose Leiani

Kai Malia Keanu Lani Alani

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bernice or Leiani more popular?

Leiani is more popular, ranked #3786 compared to Bernice at #3814 in the United States.

What do Bernice and Leiani mean?

Bernice means "bringer of victory" (Greek origin). Leiani means "heavenly flower, lei of heaven" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Bernice and Leiani boy or girl names?

Bernice is primarily a girl name. Leiani is primarily a girl name.

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