Kaili vs Mahina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaili

Girl #3,840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hawaiian deity, sacred power"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,840
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kai, Lee

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kaili Rank #3,840
Mahina Rank #3,679

Mahina is more popular, ranked #3679 vs #3840 for Kaili.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaili ___

  • Kaili Rose
  • Kaili Mae
  • Kaili Ann
  • Kaili Grace
  • Kaili Joy

Mahina ___

  • Mahina Leilani
  • Mahina Kai
  • Mahina Rose
  • Mahina Pearl
  • Mahina Jade
  • Mahina Nani

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaili

Malia Lana Kai Koa Leilani

If you choose Mahina

Kai Leilani Koa Mele Hoku

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaili or Mahina more popular?

Mahina is more popular, ranked #3679 compared to Kaili at #3840 in the United States.

What do Kaili and Mahina mean?

Kaili means "Hawaiian deity, sacred power" (Hawaiian origin). Mahina means "moon, moonlight" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Kaili and Mahina boy or girl names?

Kaili is primarily a girl name. Mahina is primarily a girl name.

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